RHSProposed Rule

Revisions to the Calculation of Annual Household Income and Net Family Assets in the Section 515 Rural Rental Housing and Section 514/516 Farm Labor Housing Programs

HousingAgriculture

Summary

The federal government is updating how it calculates income and assets for people applying for affordable rental housing in rural areas and farm worker housing programs. These changes affect who qualifies for assistance and how much support they can receive.

Key Points

  • 1This rule changes the method used to determine household income and net family assets for two housing assistance programs serving rural and farm communities
  • 2The updated calculations will determine who qualifies for affordable housing loans and what terms they receive
  • 3Affects low-income rural renters and farm workers seeking housing assistance through government programs
  • 4The public has until August 30, 2025 to submit comments about the proposed changes before the rule becomes final
  • 5Changes may impact eligibility requirements and the amount of financial help available to qualifying households

Key Dates

Published

June 30, 2025

Comment Deadline

August 30, 2025

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