NAHP Affordable Housing Programs & Regulations 4

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'inclusionary zoning'?

Accepted Answer

A local land use policy requiring or incentivizing developers to include affordable units in market-rate developments

Answer

Inclusionary zoning is a local policy tool that requires or encourages private market-rate developers to include a percentage of affordable units in new residential developments.

Question 2

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Housing Act, 'adaptable' design features in housing refer to:

Accepted Answer

Features that are easily added or removed to accommodate a person with a disability without major structural work

Answer

Adaptable features (e.g., blocking in walls for grab bars, removable base cabinets) can be easily modified to meet a resident's disability needs without extensive renovation.

Question 3

The federal Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program provides capital advances for housing development targeted to residents who are at minimum how old?

Accepted Answer

62 years old

Answer

Section 202 housing is designed for very low-income elderly persons aged 62 or older, providing both capital financing and project rental assistance.

Question 4

What is a 'payment standard' in the Housing Choice Voucher program?

Accepted Answer

The maximum amount a public housing authority will pay toward rent and utilities for a voucher holder

Answer

The payment standard is the maximum subsidy the PHA will pay, set between 90% and 110% of HUD's published Fair Market Rents for the area.

Question 5

Which program provides grants to states and localities specifically to address homelessness through a continuum of care model?

Accepted Answer

McKinney-Vento Continuum of Care Program

Answer

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act established the Continuum of Care program, which funds a community-wide system of housing and services for people experiencing homelessness.

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NAHP Affordable Housing Programs & Regulations 4