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Determining the Income of Independent Contractors

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Determining the Income of Independent Contractors   It is becoming more and more common for managers of affordable housing to have to verify the income of “gig” workers. Sometimes called “giggers,” these are people who work out flexible work arrangements…

VAWA Deadline Reminders

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VAWA Deadline Reminders   As I noted in a prior client memo, HUD has released four Model forms for use on HUD properties to ensure compliance with requirements of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). These model forms are Appendix…

Notice H 2016-18, Automating Capital Needs Assessments

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A. J. Johnson
HUD published Notice H 2016-18 on December 30, 2016, “Implementation of the CNA e Tool: Automating Capital Needs Assessments (CNA), and Related Policy Changes.”   The Notice introduces new Capital Needs Assessment tools, and consolidates and aligns due diligence methods…

Costs and Burdens Relating to VAWA

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A. J. Johnson
The cost of implementing the VAWA 2013 requirements can be significant. The HUD final rule provides guidance on who will bear the cost of implementation. One issue is who bears the cost if a property is damaged due to a…

2017 Increase in Pay for Active Duty Military

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The National Defense Authorization Act of 2017 has been signed into law by President Obama and effective January 1, 2017, all active duty and active reservists will receive an increase of 2.1% in base pay. This increase will appear in the…

HUD Issues Correction Regarding VAWA Model Forms

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A few days ago I sent a memo to clients regarding the availability of four model VAWA forms on HUD’s web page. Those forms are now available on HUDClips. The forms are: Notice of Occupancy Rights Under VAWA; Model Emergency…

HUD Model VAWA Forms Made Available

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A. J. Johnson
HUD has created Microsoft Word files for the four model forms included in the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) final rule that was published in the Federal Register on November 16, 2016. These forms are now available on the Office…

Definitions and Terminology Relating to VAWA 2013

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A. J. Johnson
On November 16, 2017, I sent a memo to clients informing them of the publication of the HUD Final Rule implementing the changes to the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Over the next few weeks, I will send a series…

Applicability of Final VAWA Rule

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A. J. Johnson
On November 16, 2017, I sent a memo to clients informing them of the publication of the HUD Final Rule implementing the changes to the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Over the next few weeks, I will post a series…

Occupancy Standards – Recommendations and Best Practices

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A. J. Johnson
All communities should have occupancy standards to prevent overcrowding of units. In the case of federally assisted properties, the standards should also prevent underutilization of space.   A primary goal of any occupancy standard should be to ensure that it…

HUD Final Rule on VAWA – November 16, 2016

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A. J. Johnson
The U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) final rule regarding the implementation of housing protections authorized in the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013 (VAWA) was published in the Federal Register on November 16, 2016.   In…

Participation of Faith-Based Organizations in HUD Programs

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A. J. Johnson
I received a call recently regarding the rights of a faith-based organization operating an apartment community when HUD funding is present at the community. The issue is important enough that I believe other clients may benefit from a general review…

HUD Notice H 2016-10; Reminder of Lead-Based Paint Requirements

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A. J. Johnson
On October 3, 2016, HUD published Notice H 2016-10, Reminder of Requirements Pertaining to Lead-Based Paint Inspection and Disclosure Forms, and Notification of Upcoming Inspections.   As stated in the Notice, exposure to lead remains a major environmental health problem…

HUD Proposed Rule – Lead Based Paint Hazards

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A. J. Johnson
HUD published a proposed rule in the September 1, 2016 Federal Register titled “Requirements for Notification, Evaluation, & Reduction of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Federally Owned Residential Property & Housing Receiving Federal Assistance; Response to Elevated Blood Levels.”   The…

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