Mandatory and Optional Screening Criteria
Learn the difference between mandatory eligibility screening and the PHA’s suitability standards.
This course provides a foundation for the public housing admissions staff to determine and document both eligibility and suitability for applicant households. Find out
what you can and
cannot ask, and
what you should and
should not consider. In addition, attendees will receive a comprehensive understanding of HUD’s eligibility determination and processing requirements. Procedures for verifying eligibility and suitability criteria, along with practices you should avoid, are interspersed throughout the class.
Topics covered include:
- Tenant Selection and Admission Policies
- Fair Housing Considerations
- Family Eligibility Requirements
- Processing Mandatory Denials of Admissions
- Suitability Criteria
- Use of Criminal Records
- Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
- Denial of Assistance
- Informal Hearings
This class is great for: Admissions and Waiting List Staff, Quality Control Staff, Occupancy Specialists, Leasing Specialists, Property Managers, and Supervisors
Duration: 2 hours and 27 minutes
SKU: 240228
