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

The U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development have released new residential sales data for September 2024. The sale of new single-family homes reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 738,000. This figure is a 4.1 percent increase from the revised August rate of 709,000 and a 6.3 percent rise compared to September 2023's estimate of 694,000.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a new partnership with North Carolina Central University (NCCU), a historically Black university, to address housing bias and discrimination. This collaboration aims to strengthen the workforce pipeline for future leaders in fair housing policy and litigation. The initiative involves the NCCU School of Law’s Social Justice and Racial Equity Institute, as HUD seeks to work with civil rights organizations, nonprofits, and advocacy groups to combat housing discrimination.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the completion of a $750,000 transaction aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and climate resilience for affordable rental homes in Waldorf, Maryland. This initiative is part of the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP), which seeks to modernize HUD-assisted housing.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) took part in the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) Eighth Session of the Committee on Environment and Development (CED8) in Bangkok, Thailand. Representing the United States was Marion McFadden, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of Community Planning and Development, along with other HUD officials.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the appointment of 11 new members to its Housing Counseling Federal Advisory Committee. This group plays a significant advisory role, helping HUD shape the direction of its Housing Counseling Program and providing guidance on serving prospective buyers, homeowners, and renters.

President Joseph R. Biden marked the 50th anniversary of the Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV) with a statement highlighting its impact on low-income families, people with disabilities, and older adults. The program, overseen by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), is recognized as a major component of federal housing assistance.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is enhancing its efforts to provide affordable housing options, focusing on families of color and those from disadvantaged communities. The department sponsors agencies across the country to offer free or low-cost advice on home buying, renting, and foreclosure prevention. Recently, HUD has increased funding and flexibility to expand these services.

In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has reiterated its commitment to providing safe and affordable housing for survivors of gender-based violence. This initiative aligns with President Biden's 2021 proclamation and aims to address the housing needs of those affected by domestic violence.

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.