News and reports from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced its plans to observe the 25th National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW) from October 20-26, 2024. This initiative is in collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The event aims to raise awareness about lead poisoning prevention and reduce childhood exposure to lead.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has charged Greenview Associates L.P., Palmer Asset Management, LLC, and John Martin, property managers and landlord in Manchester, New Hampshire, with violating the Fair Housing Act. The charge alleges retaliation against a tenant who filed a Fair Housing complaint with HUD.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a $3 million allocation to North Carolina to aid those experiencing homelessness in areas affected by Hurricane Helene. This funding comes from the Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) program, aimed at assisting individuals and families whose needs are not fully met by existing federal disaster relief programs.

On October 7 and 8, HUD Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman led a roundtable titled “Next Generation of Housing Policy” in Washington. The event aimed to explore new strategies to enhance HUD's impact on housing supply and affordability. Leading scholars from various disciplines were invited to contribute their research and ideas.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced nearly $28 million in funding to support Americans living with HIV and AIDS by providing stable housing. This initiative is part of HUD's Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) Permanent Supportive Housing Renewal and Replacement Grants, which will assist 23 local organizations and government agencies in offering rental assistance and supportive services.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced over $420 million in awards aimed at eliminating lead hazards from homes across 32 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. This initiative is part of a broader effort to protect children, residents, and families from the dangers associated with lead exposure.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has brought charges against Good Team Realty LLC, Jack O Cohen Revocable Trust, and Jack Cohen, alleging disability discrimination in their New Hampshire rental properties. The charge claims that these entities violated the Fair Housing Act by not negotiating with or showing apartments to potential tenants who required assistance animals due to disabilities.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the provision of federal disaster assistance to Georgia following Hurricane Helene, which began affecting the state on September 24, 2024. This aid is designed to support state and local recovery efforts in the impacted areas.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated $5 million to Winston-Salem State University and Tennessee State University for the establishment of Research Centers of Excellence. These centers will focus on research projects addressing strategic interests related to housing, community development, economic development, or built environment challenges in underserved communities.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the closing of two transactions, amounting to $1.1 million, aimed at financing repairs and enhancing energy efficiency and climate resilience in two multifamily properties in Baltimore, Maryland. These properties are home to 143 seniors.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a significant investment of nearly $279 million in awards to properties across 23 states and territories under the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP). This funding will support energy efficiency and climate resilience renovations for over 3,500 homes.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has initiated a process to update its Multifamily Asset Management and Project Servicing Handbook. This marks the first comprehensive revision since 1992. The department is also seeking public feedback to enhance the implementation and operational efficiency of multifamily projects for its internal asset management team, property owners, and managers.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the allocation of over $22 million to fair housing organizations nationwide to address housing discrimination. The funds, totaling $22,241,793, will be distributed through HUD’s Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP) to support various activities such as education, outreach, testing, and enforcement.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced federal disaster assistance for North Carolina in response to Tropical Storm Helene, which began on September 25, 2024. This follows President Biden's major disaster declaration for several counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for Florida following Hurricane Helene, which began on September 23, 2024. President Biden has issued a major disaster declaration for several counties in the state.