24 C.F.R. § 5.400
§ 5.400 Applicability. (24 CFR Part 5)
Operative Text
This part applies to public housing and Section 8 programs.
Section 5.400 of 24 CFR Part 5 establishes the scope of the regulations contained in this part of the Code of Federal Regulations, making them applicable to public housing programs and Section 8 programs. This means that the rules, definitions, and requirements found throughout 24 CFR Part 5 govern both of these federally assisted housing contexts. The provision effectively draws a boundary around which housing programs must follow the standards set out in the broader Part 5 framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers participating in public housing or Section 8 programs should be aware that 24 CFR Part 5 § 5.400 establishes that the full set of Part 5 regulations applies to their operations. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with all subparts of 24 CFR Part 5, since this applicability provision means those rules carry binding weight across both program types. Understanding this scope helps operators correctly apply definitions, income calculations, and other standards found elsewhere in Part 5.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If you live in public housing or receive assistance through a Section 8 program, the regulations in 24 CFR Part 5 apply to your housing situation by virtue of § 5.400. This means the protections, definitions, and procedural rules throughout Part 5 are intended to cover your program. Tenants who believe their rights under Part 5 are not being honored may consider raising the issue with their local housing authority, a HUD field office, or a tenant-rights organization familiar with federally assisted housing.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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