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3.11.3.1 Services

HUD Multifamily Accelerated Processing (MAP) Guide, HUD Handbook 4430.G (2020 ed., rev. Mar. 19, 2021) · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-05 · United States

A. Projects with extensive resident service packages or that are otherwise specifically designed for elderly occupancy such that all or a portion of the units would be eligible under Section 232 of the National Housing Act are not eligible for MAP insurance programs. The following are typical Section 232 project characteristics that are not eligible for multifamily mortgage insurance or MAP processing (whether elderly or non-elderly):

  1. Projects such as nursing homes, intermediate care facilities, board and care homes, assisted living facilities, and day care in eligible health care facilities as defined under Section 232, or projects that contain comparable characteristics.

  2. Projects in which any percentage of the units must be licensed or regulated by the state or municipality in which the facility is located, other than a standard rental housing occupancy or operating license.

  3. Projects in which the Borrower is required to obtain a Certificate of Need or comparable documentation from the state or municipality.

  4. Elderly housing developments that provide “continuous protective oversight” services for residents in the manner defined under Section 232.

  5. Residential accommodations, including any of the following:

    • Programmatic restrictions on the number of bedrooms per unit from efficiency through 3- bedroom units;

Non-self-contained units, i.e., a bathroom shared by different residents; or

  • A kitchenette or less than what would constitute standard, full kitchen equipment.
  1. Mandatory resident meal requirements.

  2. Other resident services made a mandatory condition of occupancy.

  3. Non-shelter and optional services included in the underwriting of NOI.

B. The prohibition on services and licensure discussed in this sub-section does not apply to formerly or currently HUD-held or FHA insured multifamily projects which received Assisted Living Conversion Program Grants for less than 75% of the units.

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