Example – Possible Topics for House Rules

Safety and care of the building: Guest rules, locks and lost keys, access to the front door, and security systems.

Cleanliness of the building: Trash disposal, littering, hallway obstructions, and lobby rules.

Safety and comfort of tenants: Noise levels, fire safety, and security.

• b. Be compliant with HUD requirements;

• c.

  • Not circumvent HUD requirements;

• d. Not discriminate against individuals based upon membership in protected class;

• e.

  • Be reasonable.

  • (1) Reasonable house rules are within the bounds of common sense. They are not excessive or extreme, and most importantly, they are fair.

  • (2) Figure 6-6 identifies examples of reasonable and unreasonable house rules. The table does not include all possible situations; therefore, owners must use their own discretion to determine whether a house rule is reasonable or not while developing house rules for their properties;

• f. Comply with state and local requirements.