Full question:
I am a property manager for a Section 8 / 202 property in Minnesota. I currently have a tenant who is not living in the apartment but is paying the rent and still receiving subsidy. What are my rights and obligations as landlord?
- Category: Landlord Tenant
- Date:
- State: Minnesota
Answer:
As a landlord in a Section 8 or 202 property, your primary obligation is to provide safe and sanitary housing that meets program standards. The unit must pass housing quality inspections, and you must maintain it to these standards as long as you receive housing assistance payments. You are required to follow HUD and Section 8 regulations, along with the lease agreement and the Housing Assistance Payment contract.
If you fail to meet these obligations, the Housing Authority can terminate assistance payments. It's important to note that tenants must also adhere to the lease terms and Section 8 Family Obligations. According to the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority, any fraud, misrepresentation, or intent to deceive regarding the Section 8 program is a criminal offense. This includes collecting payments for unoccupied units or receiving additional rent amounts improperly.
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