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HUD Handbook 4350.3 § 5-3

Key Regulations (HUD Occupancy Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 CHG-4)

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effective 9/24/2026FederalAffordable Housing Programs

Operative Text

HUD Handbook 4350.3 § 5-3
This paragraph identifies the key regulatory citation pertaining to Section 1: Determining
        Annual Income. The citation and its title are listed below.

                    *24 CFR 5.233 Mandated Use of HUD’s Enterprise Income Verification (EIV)
                     System*

                    24 CFR 5.609 Annual Income
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Plain English

Section 5-3 of HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 CHG-4 identifies the foundational federal regulations that govern how annual income is determined for HUD-assisted housing programs. Two key regulatory citations anchor this section: 24 CFR 5.233, which mandates the use of HUD's Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) System, and 24 CFR 5.609, which defines what counts as annual income. Together, these regulations establish the framework that housing programs must follow when calculating a household's income for eligibility and rent-setting purposes.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers administering HUD-assisted housing programs should be familiar with the two regulatory pillars identified in § 5-3 of HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 CHG-4. Compliant operators generally ensure that income determinations are conducted in accordance with 24 CFR 5.609's definition of annual income and that the EIV system is used as required under 24 CFR 5.233. Maintaining documented procedures that align with both citations is a standard practice for operators subject to HUD oversight.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Tenants living in HUD-assisted housing have their income calculated according to rules rooted in the citations listed under § 5-3 of HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 CHG-4, specifically 24 CFR 5.609 and 24 CFR 5.233. These regulations define what income must be counted and require that management use HUD's EIV system to verify it, which can affect rent amounts and eligibility determinations. Tenants who believe their income was calculated incorrectly may explore options such as requesting a meeting with property management, contacting a local tenant-rights organization, or reaching out to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for guidance.

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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Source Information

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