Utah Code § 35A-8 § 35A-8-412
Preference for elderly and persons with a disability.
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Preference for elderly and persons with a disability. (1) For the purpose of increasing the supply of low-rent housing and related facilities for medium and low-income elderly and medium and low-income persons with a disability, an authority may exercise any of its powers under this part in projects involving dwelling accommodations designed specifically for these persons. (2) For dwelling units in any projects suitable to the needs of the elderly or persons with a disability, special preference may be extended in admission to those dwelling units to these persons of medium and low income.
Under Utah Code Ann. §§ 35A-8-401, 35A-8-408 to -410, 35A-8-412 to -413, 35A-8-415, a housing authority in Utah is permitted—but not required—to direct its powers toward developing low-rent housing projects specifically designed for elderly individuals and persons with a disability who fall within medium or low income brackets. When dwelling units in such projects are suited to the needs of these groups, the authority may give them preferential admission status over other applicants. This provision creates a discretionary framework that allows housing authorities to prioritize these populations without mandating that every authority do so.
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Housing authorities and operators working under Utah Code Ann. §§ 35A-8-401, 35A-8-408 to -410, 35A-8-412 to -413, 35A-8-415 who administer projects designed for elderly residents or persons with a disability generally establish written preference policies that identify eligible income categories and document how preference is applied during the admissions process. Compliant operators typically ensure that any preference extended aligns with both the statutory income thresholds—medium and low income—and the physical or programmatic design of the specific project. Maintaining clear records of how preference determinations are made helps demonstrate consistency with the authority's governing policies under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Utah Code Ann. §§ 35A-8-401, 35A-8-408 to -410, 35A-8-412 to -413, 35A-8-415, elderly individuals and persons with a disability who meet medium or low income requirements may be entitled to preferential consideration for admission to housing projects specifically designed for their needs. If a housing authority administers such a project, tenants and applicants can ask the authority directly about its written preference policies and how eligibility is determined. Those who believe a preference was improperly denied may consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization or a legal aid office for general information about available options.
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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