24 C.F.R. § 92.102
§ 92.102 Participation threshold amount. (24 CFR Part 92)
Operative Text
(a) To be eligible to become a participating jurisdiction, a unit of general local government must have a formula allocation under § 92.50 that is equal to or greater than $750,000; or (b) If a unit of general local government's formula allocation is less than $750,000, HUD must find: (1) The unit of general local government has a local PHA and has demonstrated a capacity to carry out the provisions of this part, as evidenced by satisfactory performance under one or more HUD-administered programs that provide assistance for activities comparable to the eligible activities under this part; and (2) The State has authorized HUD to transfer to the unit of general local government a portion of the State's allocation or the State, the unit of general local government, or both, has made available its own resources such that the sum of the amounts transferred or made available are equal to or greater than the difference between the unit of general local government's formula allocation and $750,000. (c) In fiscal years in which Congress appropriates less than $1.5 billion for this part, $500,000 is substituted for $750,000 each time it appears in this section.
Section 92.102 of 24 CFR Part 92 establishes the minimum funding threshold a local government must meet to qualify as a 'participating jurisdiction' in the HOME Investment Partnerships Program. A locality generally qualifies automatically if its formula-based allocation reaches $750,000, but smaller localities can still qualify if they meet specific capacity and funding-supplement conditions set by HUD. When Congress appropriates less than $1.5 billion for the program in a given fiscal year, the threshold drops to $500,000 across the board. This rule effectively determines which local governments can directly administer HOME Program funds rather than receiving assistance through their state.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and developers who work with HOME Program funds should be aware that § 92.102 governs whether a local government has the standing to act as a direct participating jurisdiction administering those funds. A compliant local government operator generally confirms its formula allocation status and, if below the standard threshold, ensures it has documented its program capacity and secured any necessary supplemental funding from the state. Understanding whether your local government is a participating jurisdiction under § 92.102 helps clarify which entity — the locality or the state — is responsible for overseeing HOME-funded projects and agreements in your area.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in housing developed or assisted with HOME Program funds may be affected by § 92.102 because it determines whether their local government or their state agency is the entity administering those funds and the tenant protections that come with them. If you have concerns about a HOME-assisted property, knowing which level of government holds participating jurisdiction status under § 92.102 can help you identify the correct agency to contact with questions or complaints. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing authorities can help clarify which entity oversees HOME Program compliance in your community.
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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