24 C.F.R. § 891.800
§ 891.800 Purpose. (24 CFR Part 891)
Operative Text
The purpose of this subpart is to establish rules allowing for, and regulating the participation of, for-profit limited partnerships, of which the sole general partner is a Nonprofit Organization meeting the requirements of 12 U.S.C. 1701q(k)(4) or 42 U.S.C. 8032(k)(6), in the development of housing for the elderly and persons with disabilities using mixed-finance development methods. These rules are intended to develop more supportive housing for the elderly and persons with disabilities by allowing the use of federal assistance, private capital and expertise, and low-income housing tax credits.
Section 891.800 establishes the overarching purpose of a federal regulatory subpart that governs how for-profit limited partnerships—where the sole general partner is a qualifying nonprofit organization—may participate in developing housing for elderly individuals and people with disabilities. The provision signals that mixed-finance development methods, which blend federal assistance, private capital, and low-income housing tax credits, are the intended tools for expanding this type of supportive housing. The rule does not itself grant or deny any specific right, but sets the framework within which the more detailed regulations in the subpart operate.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and developers working under 24 CFR Part 891 § 891.800 should understand that this provision defines the structural eligibility premise for the entire subpart: only for-profit limited partnerships whose sole general partner is a nonprofit meeting the cited federal statutory criteria are contemplated as participants. Compliant operators in this space typically ensure their partnership structure is documented to reflect that nonprofit general-partner requirement before pursuing mixed-finance development under this framework. Familiarity with this purpose statement helps operators contextualize the more specific requirements found elsewhere in the subpart.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
For tenants living in or seeking housing developed under 24 CFR Part 891 § 891.800, this provision clarifies that the housing was designed to serve elderly individuals and people with disabilities through a federally regulated mixed-finance model. Understanding this purpose can be useful context when raising questions about eligibility, occupancy rights, or program compliance with a local housing authority or tenant-rights organization. If concerns arise about whether a property is operating consistently with this federal framework, tenants may consider contacting HUD or a tenant advocacy organization familiar with Section 891 programs.
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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