Department of Housing and Urban Development
Federal agency responsible for regulations under Department of Housing and Urban Development.
22 regulationsFR-6524-P-01 Housing and Community Development Act of 1980: Verification of Eligible Status
This proposed rule clarifies how the federal government will verify that people applying for housing assistance programs actually qualify for that help based on their income and citizenship status. The rule matters because it affects millions of Americans trying to access affordable housing and aims to prevent fraud while streamlining the application process.
FR-6085-N-05 Section 3 Project Threshold Updates for Creating Economic Opportunities for Low- and Very Low-Income Persons and Eligible Businesses
This HUD regulation updates the income and business size thresholds used to determine which projects can receive federal funding designed to help low- and very low-income people and small businesses. By adjusting these thresholds, the rule makes it easier or harder for certain communities and businesses to qualify for economic development assistance programs.
FR-6576-F-01 Removal of Regulations for the John Heinz Neighborhood Development Program
The federal government is removing regulations related to the John Heinz Neighborhood Development Program, a HUD initiative that provided funding and support for community development projects in neighborhoods. This action eliminates the rules that governed how this program operated.
FR-6561-N-02 Solicitation of Comments—Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program: Announcement of Fee To Cover Credit Subsidy Costs for FY 2026
The federal government is announcing a new fee that borrowers will need to pay when they use the Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program, which helps communities finance development projects. The fee covers the government's costs to back up these loans if borrowers can't repay them. HUD is asking the public for feedback on this fee before finalizing it.
FR-6540-P-01 HUD’s Implementation of the Fair Housing Act’s Disparate Impact Standard
This proposed rule clarifies how the federal government will enforce the Fair Housing Act by preventing housing practices that unintentionally discriminate against people based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The rule matters because it affects how landlords, banks, and housing companies operate and helps ensure fair access to homes and loans for all Americans.
FR-6057-N-07 Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act: Implementation of Sections 102 and 104; Further Extension of Compliance Date
The federal government is giving housing providers more time to follow new rules from the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act. This regulation delays when certain housing requirements must be put into place, giving organizations extra time to make changes to how they operate their housing programs.
FR-5593-N-06 Strengthening the Section 184 Indian Housing Loan Guarantee Program; Extension of Compliance Date
The federal government is extending the deadline for lenders to comply with new rules that strengthen a loan program helping Native Americans buy homes. This gives lenders more time to adjust their systems and processes to meet the updated requirements for the Section 184 Indian Housing Loan Guarantee Program.
FR-6092-F-05 Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016—Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Voucher Implementation; Additional Streamlining Changes; Technical Amendments
This regulation updates federal rules for the Housing Choice Voucher program, which helps low-income families afford rental housing. The changes simplify how the program operates and make it easier for both housing agencies and landlords to participate, ultimately helping more people access affordable housing options.
FR-6561-N-01 Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program: Announcement of Fee To Cover Credit Subsidy Costs for FY 2026
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is announcing a fee that lenders must pay when they use the Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program, which helps finance community development projects. This fee covers the government's costs for guaranteeing these loans, and the new amount applies to loans approved in fiscal year 2026.
FR-6144-F-06 HOME Investment Partnerships Program: Further Program Updates and Streamlining
This federal rule updates and simplifies how the HOME Investment Partnerships Program works, which helps communities build and improve affordable housing for low-income families. The changes are designed to make it easier for local governments and nonprofits to use federal housing funds more quickly and effectively.
FR-6544-I-01 Revising Residency Requirements for the Section 184 Indian Housing Loan Guarantee Program
The federal government is changing the rules for a loan program that helps Native Americans buy homes on tribal lands. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is reconsidering how long people need to live in a place before they can qualify for these special home loans.
FR-6513-F-01 Adjustment of Civil Monetary Penalty Amounts for 2025
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is increasing the dollar amounts of fines and penalties it can impose on people and companies that violate housing laws and regulations in 2025. These penalty adjustments happen annually to account for inflation, ensuring that violations remain financially meaningful.