Cost Saving Measures in the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project Based Voucher (PBV) Programs
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Summary
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This notice gives PHAs, including MTW PHAs, a menu of cost-savings options to reduce HAP expenses and avoid funding shortfalls in the HCV and PBV programs. It categorizes measures into standard regulatory compliance practices, additional optional actions, and actions requiring HUD approval, and explains when a PHA may terminate HAP contracts as a last resort. It also describes how PHAs should work with HUD's Shortfall Prevention Team and local Field Offices when facing or anticipating funding difficulties.
Key Quotes
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“This notice provides a menu of options for public housing agencies (PHA), including Moving to Work (MTW) PHAs, that need to reduce housing assistance payment (HAP) expenses to prevent shortfalls.”
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“This notice supersedes Notice PIH 2011-28 and Attachment H to Notice PIH 2017-21.”
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“As a last resort, PHAs may terminate HAP contracts for families assisted with tenant-based HCVs, in accordance with HUD requirements and their Administrative Plan”
Key Dates
- Published
- Nov 17, 2025
Programs
Supersession & Extension Chain
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