HUD Seeks Input on Voucher Program Form Updates
Published Date: 2/13/2026
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Summary
HUD wants to update the forms used for the Housing Choice Voucher and Tribal HUD-VASH programs, which help people find affordable homes. They’re asking for public feedback by April 14, 2026, before making changes. This affects voucher holders, tribal communities, and housing providers, aiming to keep paperwork clear and efficient without extra costs.
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90 days to lease new unit after HAP ends
The Voucher form (HUD-52646) was updated to reflect the new requirement that if a HAP contract terminates because HQS deficiencies were not corrected, the PHA must give the family at least 90 days following termination of the HAP contract to lease a new unit (citing 24 CFR 982.404(e)(1)).
New PHA-owned certifications and tenancy addendum
New HUD forms were created under the HOTMA Voucher Final Rule (May 7, 2024) including PHA-owned Agreement Certification (parts 1 & 2), PBV PHA-owned Certifications for existing and new construction, a Tenancy Addendum that applies when a family elects to remain in a unit after termination of project-based assistance, and HAP contract riders for rehabilitated housing.
60-day public comment on form changes
HUD is asking for public feedback on revisions and new forms for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and Tribal HUD-VASH programs. Comments are due April 14, 2026, while HUD seeks OMB approval for the revised information collection (OMB Control No. 2577-0169).
Utility allowance flat-fee option added
HUD updated forms to add a utility allowance flat fee option (citing 24 CFR 982.517(b)) and added "applicable surcharges" to the Utility Allowance Schedule (HUD-52667).
PHA waiver for tenant-caused HQS defects
Form updates (for example HUD-52641 and HUD-52641A) reflect that a Public Housing Agency (PHA) may waive an owner's responsibility for tenant-caused Housing Quality Standards (HQS) deficiencies, citing 24 CFR 982.404(a)(4).
Single HAP payment option for manufactured homes
The HUD-52642 form (HAP Contract Manufactured Home Space Rental) was revised to add an option for a single HAP payment made to the family, citing 24 CFR 982.622(a)(1).
Welfare-to-work obligation removed from homeowner form
HUD removed a provision from HUD-52649 (Statement of Homeowner Obligations) that referenced failing to fulfill welfare-to-work obligations; references to the welfare-to-work program were removed under the HOTMA Voucher final rule.
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