HUD Updates Rents for Vouchers: Fair Housing Gets a Refresh
Published Date: 8/22/2025
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Summary
Starting October 1, 2025, new fair market rents (FMRs) will set the price limits for housing programs like the Housing Choice Voucher and Single Room Occupancy programs. These updates affect renters and housing agencies by adjusting how much rent assistance is available, reflecting current housing costs. Agencies can also ask for a review if they think the new rents don’t match their local market.
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FY2026 Fair Market Rents Effective Oct 1, 2025
Starting October 1, 2025, new Fair Market Rents (FMRs) will set the price limits used by programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher Program and the Moderate Rehabilitation Single Room Occupancy Program. These updates change how much rent assistance is available by reflecting current local housing costs.
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