FFY 2004 Section 8 Notice Promises Funding Shortfalls,Leading to Slashed Rents and Possible Evictions
Harry J. Kelly of Nixon Peabody LLP
On April 22, 2004, HUD's Office of Public and Indian Housing released new Section 8 voucher funding rules in Notice PIH 2004-7. The Notice has sparked alarm and controversy in the Section 8 community and the situation seems to be changing on an almost daily basis. This article identifies some of the most significant provisions of the Notice and identifies steps that national housing groups, public housing authorities, owners, and others are taking to clarify the Notice and change its most draconian provisions.