Section 4-1401 – “Programs” Defined

    In this subtitle, “programs” means rental assistance programs other than the Rental Allowance Program established under § 4–1403 of this subtitle.

Section 4-1402 – Rental Allowance Program and Other Programs

    There are the Rental Allowance Program and other programs in the Department.

Section 4-1403 – Administration of Rental Allowance Program

    (a)    The Department shall administer the Rental Allowance Program to assist low–income households that are homeless or at risk of being homeless by providing housing assistance payments to or on behalf of eligible households.     (b)    The Secretary shall establish:         (1)    income limits for eligibility of low–income households not exceeding 30% of the State or area median income, whichever […]

Section 4-1404 – Other Programs — Authorized

    The Department may establish and administer programs, including programs to assist households that:         (1)    are homeless or at risk of homelessness;         (2)    include an individual with a disability or special need;         (3)    have been displaced or otherwise impacted by disaster; or         (4)    have a critical or emergency housing need.

Section 4-1405 – Other Programs — Manner of Administration, Consulting, Criteria

    (a)    The Department may administer the programs by providing monthly housing assistance payments to or on behalf of eligible households directly or through political subdivisions, their local housing agencies or departments, or nonprofit organizations.     (b)    In establishing the programs, the Department shall consult with, as appropriate:         (1)    the Department of Human Services;         (2)    the Department of Disabilities; or         (3)    any […]

Section 4-1406 – Regulations

    The Department may adopt regulations to carry out the programs.