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The Uniform Act FAQs for understanding its application and impact on Federally-funded, multi- family redevelopment projects Facilitator: Steve Chastain V.P. East Region, O. R. Colan Associates, LLC What is the Uniform Act?


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The Uniform Act

FAQs for understanding its application and impact on Federally-funded, multi- family redevelopment projects

Facilitator: Steve Chastain V.P. East Region, O. R. Colan Associates, LLC

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What is the Uniform Act?

https://www.hudexchange.info/news/new-video-ura-overview/

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When does the Uniform Act apply?

 Federal funding anywhere

  • n the project.

 If any future federal grant,

loan or contribution is anticipated for the project.

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Why should a developer or project owner understand the Uniform Act?

 Scope – it informs your approach and

your staffing

 Schedule – statutory schedule

components cannot be expedited

 Costs – statutory costs components

must be considered

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What should I know before I begin?

 Identify existing occupants and key

demographics

 The number of occupants per unit  Age of head of household  Gross monthly income  Modes of transportation  Length of occupancy

* Not an exhaustive list – See Site Occupant Record Form

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What should I know before I begin?

 Will all occupants qualify to remain after the

project’s completion? For example: If the new project is designed to provide elderly housing, non-elderly families will need to be permanently relocated.

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What should I know before I begin?

 Are there occupants who do not qualify for

assistance?

 Resident income or family status can affect

eligibility.

 Residents not legally residing in the U.S. do not

qualify for assistance.

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What should I know before I begin?

Is the preliminary survey of occupants already completed? If not, perform as soon as possible.

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How can I be prepared for the unexpected?

 Obtain a description of the project and

what changes will occur.

 Identify information on advisory services

that will be provided to current occupants.

 Establish the notification process that will

be followed for persons who must be temporarily or permanently relocated.

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How can I be prepared for the unexpected?

 Identify housing resources to be made

available for permanent or temporary relocation.

 Determine relocation costs that will be

reimbursed such as moving costs, increased housing or utility costs, application fees, storage.

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How can I be prepared for the unexpected?

 Develop return or re-occupancy policies

for the completed project.

 Establish processes for compliance with

Fair Housing and Civil Rights requirements.

 Include an appeal process.

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Questions?