HUD seeks comments on public housing completion certification paperwork
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This notice asks the public to comment on HUD’s request to renew approval for a reporting form used by public housing agencies. The form lets agencies certify that project development requirements have been met so HUD can release payments to contractors or developers. The practical impact is limited to public housing agencies and their administrative staff. HUD estimates 58 responses a year, with about one hour of burden per response. Comments are due by June 29, 2026.
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Key Changes
- HUD is asking OMB to extend approval for the public housing completion certification collection.
- The form is used by public housing agencies to confirm project requirements are satisfied before payment is released.
- The notice opens a 60-day comment period and seeks input on necessity, burden, clarity, and ways to reduce paperwork.
Obligations
What this law requires
Interested persons who want to comment on HUD’s proposed information collection should submit written comments and recommendations through regulations.gov or directly to the HUD contact listed in the notice, and should reference the proposal by name and/or OMB Control Number 2577-0021.
Public housing agencies (PHAs) must certify to HUD that project development contract requirements and standards have been satisfied before HUD authorizes payment of funds due to the contractor or developer.