Chapter 1 - San Diego Housing Commission

Chapter 13 – Special Programs
unit size, and name, title and contact information for the project liaison. An original signature from
the Department Vice President or authorized delegate is required on the written request, E-mailed
and faxed copies will not be accepted.
Unit Selection
When initially selecting units for inclusion in the Project-Based program, the project liaison must
insure all proposed units can meet the PBV requirements. Units that are currently occupied, may
not be submitted for inclusion in the initial HAP contract if the in place family will not be given the
opportunity to qualify for the Project-Based program.
A written request may be submitted to add additional Project-Based units in the same building.
These proposed units must meet all PBV requirements in order to be considered for inclusion. The
approval of additional units does not alter the anniversary and expiration date of the existing HAP
Contract. An addendum, listing the additional units, will be added to the existing HAP.
Project-Based Waiting List/Vacancy Referrals
At the initial lease up, the Rental Assistance department will randomly select the appropriate
number of applicant families from the established Project-Based waiting list. The SDHC will send a
referral list consisting of a sufficient number of families to fill the needed vacancies. When an
owner receives a referral list, they must screen and select future tenants based on their specific
rental requirements.
Rent Reasonableness
Rent reasonableness for the voucher-assisted units in such complexes may be determined by
comparisons to similar units in the surrounding neighborhoods, rather than within the
developments.
5. Environmental Review
At SDHC’s discretion, Project-based voucher projects may be subject to environmental review
requirements. Prior to execution of a Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) Contract, the owner may
be required to present evidence that the environmental review has been performed by a qualified
entity or, where applicable, documentation that the project is categorically excluded from review
under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
6. Agency Services Agreements for Designated Service Providers
Organizations and agencies awarded Project-based vouchers to assist the chronically homeless and
other specialized populations must execute an Agency Services Agreement with SDHC, in which the
agency commits to providing specific services to their clients receiving assistance. The agency must
establish a rational, fair, and auditable selection process for participating clients, related to the goals
of the project-based voucher program, which does not discriminate against any applicant on the
basis of membership in a protected class, and which does not violate any SDHC conflict of interest
policy. The agency must agree to periodic audits by SDHC of its selection process.
SDHC will require compliance for any supportive services obligations entered into by the family
where supportive services are provided as a condition of residency. SDHC may audit and/or require
annual progress reports certifying the tenants comply with their Individual Services Plans (ISPs).
Designated Service Provider Waiting List
Non-profit and for-profit owners, who are designated by the SDHC as a service provider, may be
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