HUD Handbook 4350.3: Occupancy Requirements of Subsidized Multifamily Housing Programs

3-23 Occupancy Standards

HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 — Occupancy Requirements of Subsidized Multifamily Housing Programs · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-05 · United States

A. Overview
1. Owners must develop and follow occupancy standards that take into account the size and number of bedrooms needed based on the number of people in the family.
2. Occupancy standards serve to prevent the over- or underutilization of units that can result in an inefficient use of housing assistance. Occupancy standards also ensure that tenants are treated fairly and consistently and receive adequate housing space. By following the standards described in this paragraph, owners can ensure that applicants and tenants are housed in appropriately sized units in a fair and consistent manner as prescribed by law. Occupancy standards must be part of an owner’s tenant selection procedures. Refer to paragraph 4-4 for more details on developing tenant selection procedures.
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HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 — Occupancy Requirements of Subsidized Multifamily Housing Programs

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