Notice H 2023-10 – 2023-10hsgn (hud.gov) 

If an O/A determines a family eligible for general relief, the family will receive a deduction for the sum of eligible expenses that exceed 5% of annual income versus 10%. 

O/A must establish written policies regarding the types of circumstances that will allow a family to qualify for a financial hardship and when such deductions may be eligible for additional 90-day extensions. O/A must develop policies requiring families to report if the circumstances that made the family eligible for the hardship exemption are no longer applicable. 

Examples of circumstances constituting a financial hardship may include the following situations: 

1. The family is awaiting an eligibility determination for a federal, state, or local assistance program, such as a determination for unemployment compensation or disability benefits. 

2. The family’s income decreased because of a loss of employment, death of a family member, or due to a natural or federal/state declared disaster; or 

3. Other circumstances as determined by the Owner/Agent 

4. (Sections C.4 and C4.a and b of the Housing Notice H 2023-10, revised 02/02/2024) 

If you have any questions, you should contact EPS’ TRACS Service Bureau to assist!  We are renowned for our customer service and timely reporting to PBCA’s and HUD, and can do the transmitting of 50059s and HAP vouchers for you!