HUD HCV Guidebook § 11.1.2
The IMS/PIC Responsibilities of the Initial PHA (HUD HCV Guidebook)
Operative Text
The initial PHA must121 code a family previously assisted in their jurisdiction as a 5 (Portability Move-Out) on
line 2a of the 50058, regardless of whether the receiving PHA is administering or absorbing. The portability
move-in code is used even if the receiving PHA chooses to conduct a new reexamination of income for a
participant family.
The initial PHA must122 enter an action code 10 for families that exercise a portability move with their first
admission into the voucher program. See page 70 of the Form HUD-50058 Instructions Booklet for sections
to be completed at the time of voucher issuance.
The table in Section 11.1 provides a summary of IMS/PIC actions.
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PIH Notice 2016-09(18)(a)
122
PIH Notice 2016-09(18)(a)
Moves and Portability 33Under HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook § 11.1.2, when a family moves out of the initial public housing authority's (PHA's) jurisdiction using a portability move, the initial PHA is required to record specific codes in the IMS/PIC system — a code 5 (Portability Move-Out) on line 2a of Form HUD-50058 for previously assisted families, and action code 10 for families exercising portability with their first admission into the voucher program. These coding requirements apply regardless of whether the receiving PHA is administering or absorbing the voucher, and even if the receiving PHA conducts a new income reexamination. The provision ensures that portability moves are uniformly tracked across PHAs in the federal data system.
Plain English — not legal advice.
As a property owner or manager participating in the Housing Choice Voucher program, § 11.1.2 of the HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook primarily governs the administrative responsibilities of the initial PHA rather than the landlord directly. Compliant PHAs ensure that Form HUD-50058 is coded accurately at the time of a portability move, which can affect the continuity of a family's voucher and the timing of housing assistance payments. Landlords working with porting families generally coordinate with both the initial and receiving PHAs to confirm that the administrative transfer has been properly recorded before executing a lease.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 11.1.2 of the HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook, families exercising their portability rights are entitled to have their move accurately recorded by the initial PHA in the federal IMS/PIC system, which helps ensure continuity of their voucher assistance. If a family believes their portability move was not properly coded — for example, if there are delays or discrepancies in their voucher status — they may raise the issue directly with their initial PHA or contact the receiving PHA for clarification. Tenant-rights organizations and HUD's local field offices can also be resources for understanding how portability procedures under § 11.1.2 may affect a family's housing assistance.
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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