Unique Entity Identifier Replacing DUNS for LOCCS Users
For HUD Line of Credit Control System (LOCCS) users, please note that by April 4, 2022 the federal government will transition away from using the Dun & Bradstreet Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) to the new Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) for identification for federal awards. Entities must be registered in SAM.gov to qualify for federal awards that are reported to the public through USASpending.gov.
If you have not already registered or if your registration has expired, please register immediately. The General Services Administration (GSA) has provided tools that will assist you in registering your entity and obtaining a DUNS/UEI. Visit the GSA SAM website, which contains a number of resources related to the UEI implementation.
Watch a webinar from November 3, 2021 concerning the changes.
You can also go to fsd.gov and select the green "Help on UEI Transition" button to learn more.
Request for Proposals:
Comprehensive Community Development Program Funding
RIHousing is pleased to announce a new RFP from eligible applicants to fund community development programs and projects that support activities for people living in RIHousing financed developments. Click here to review the RFP or use this link to learn more: https://www.rihousing.com/rfps-rfqs/
Utility Costs and Baseline Analysis
The U.S. Department of Energy forecasts a three-year high in 2022 for average residential utility costs across the U.S. that may affect families who pay for some or all of their household’s utility bills.
In response, the Office of Multifamily Housing has developed this flyer, which includes helpful resources for owners and agents to maintain compliance with HUD’s utility allowance calculation requirements and to improve energy efficiency at Multifamily properties.
On February 10, 2022, the Office of Multifamily Housing posted updated responses to frequently asked questions (FAQs) to HUDCLIPS regarding Housing Notice H-2015-04, Methodology for Completing a Multifamily Housing Utility Analysis.
Resident, Owner, and Agent Rights for REAC Inspections
During the Pandemic
In response to inquiries Multifamily Housing has received regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and REAC inspections, please see this flyer, which outlines the rights and obligations of residents, owners, and agents when a REAC inspection is scheduled at your property.
Residents have the right to decline to have their unit inspected as part of a REAC inspection if they are not comfortable with the REAC inspector entering their home. In this case, an alternative unit will be selected for inspection.
If owners or management agents have concerns about proceeding with a REAC inspection due to COVID-19, please reach out to the REAC Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at 888-245-4860 or via email at REAC_TAC@hud.gov to report the conditions at your property.
Additionally, HUD is providing clarification on some frequently asked questions regarding how to inform HUD of COVID-19 cases at properties, how to request a deferral, and what criteria HUD uses in determining whether to grant a deferral.
‣ Releases & Reminders
Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Adjustment Factors for have been released and can be found here
Fiscal Year 2022 Fair Market Rents have been released and can be found here
Fiscal Year 2022 Utility Allowance Factors have been released and can be found here
The RentReliefRI program has helped over 21,000 applicants with rent and/or utility assistance. Visit RentReliefRI.com for complete details.
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