RAD stands for the Rental Assistance Demonstration Program. RAD is a HUD Program that allows public housing authorities to convert public housing into a form of Section 8 (either Project Based Vouchers or Project Based Rental Assistance).
Generally, rent will be the same in RAD as it was under public housing - no more than 30% of your household's adjusted gross income. However, tenants that pay flat rents could see a slight increase in rent once the 30% of the household's gross income is calculated. To lessen the impact on rent increases, CMHA plans to work with resident to establish those rental increases in phases.
You will not lose your housing assistance and you will not be rescreened because of a RAD conversion.
Even though a RAD property can use non-federal money to make big repairs, it will still receive money from HUD. With this subsidy from HUD, PHAs will manage RAD properties through either the PBV or PBRA programs. RAD requires that converted properties be owned or controlled by a public or nonprofit entity.
RAD provides numerous rules that protect tenant rights. While tenants may have to temporarily move so that certain repairs/construction can happen, once those repairs/construction are completed, all tenants not in eviction have the right to return to the converting project (not necessarily the same unit). Don't forget that if you must temporarily move, CMHA will be providing assistance and covering certain eligible costs. No one should move unless they have been specifically notified by CMHA.
All tenants not in eviction and eligible for the public housing program are eligible for RAD.
RAD provides a more stable funding source for the continued operation of Affordable Housing and also allows access to non-federal money that can be utilized to update, repair and build housing. HUD recognizes that it is unable to provide the funding necessary to make the needed repairs to public housing. RAD provides an opportunity to bring in other money to accomplish this. This allows the housing authority to improve housing and preserve the opportunity for Affordable Housing into the future.
This is a complicated question as RAD conversion is a lengthy process. Not all buildings can be converted at the same time. Once the process begins for a particular building, the conversion process can take 18 to 36 months to complete. Once some buildings move to closer to completing the conversion process, CMHA will begin with other buildings. It is likely going to take CMHA many years to complete the conversion process. It is also important to know that since this is a lengthy process, plans are likely to change as we move along. CMHA will share information relating to anticipated schedules as it becomes available.
Once the process begins for a particular building, the conversion process can take 18 to 36 months to complete. Once some buildings move to closer to completing the conversion process, CMHA will begin with other buildings. It is likely going to take CMHA many years to complete the conversion process.
The official ownership of the housing will depend on the source of funding for the project. In most cases, CMHA will either maintain a controlling interest or some similar interest in the property.
Most likely, rent will continue to be paid to CMHA.
Yes. Residents will be required to sign a new lease agreement as a part of converting to RAD.
Yes. Under RAD, annual recertification will be required.
At some properties, the responsibility to pay utilities might transfer to the resident, however, in those situations CMHA would provide a utility allowance or utility deduction from your rental payment. For most, the utility arrangement is likely not to change.
CMHA will continue to operate its Asset Management Program utilizing public housing funding until such time that an alternative solution is available that helps preserve affordable housing into the future.
The primary goal is to rehabilitate the mechanical (heating/air conditioning/plumbing/electrical) and structural components but this will vary from building to building. Each building will receive an inspection from 3rd party professionals concerning its condition. CMHA will also engage stakeholders including employees and residents regarding building needs. Ultimately, the plans for a particular building will largely be dependent on funding and will be subject to change as funding is finalized throughout the conversion process. CMHA will be making efforts to communicate plans at different stages and throughout the conversion process.
Yes. Any alterations of converted projects must meet the accessibility requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and any other design and construction standards including the Fair Housing Act, where applicable. Additionally, housing first occupied after March 13, 1991, must comply with design and constriction requirements of the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 and its implementing regulations, as applicable.
Furthermore, any substantial alterations of existing housing as defined in 24 CFR 8.23,
will trigger the new construction requirements of 24 CFR 8.22, which requires that a
minimum of five percent or at least one unit, whichever is greater, is accessible for
persons with mobility impairments and that an additional two percent of units or not less
than one unit shall be accessible for persons with visual or hearing impairments.
If temporary relocation is necessary, CMHA will work with residents to find replacement housing.
A Project-Based Voucher (PBV) is component of a Public Housing Authority's Housing Choice Voucher program, wherein a housing authority can attach voucher assistance to specific housing units through a HAP contract with an owner.
Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) is rental assistance provided by HUD to owners according to the terms of a HAP contract for the provision of housing to eligible tenants. The PBRA program is administered by HUD’s Office of Housing.
Residents will return to units that have the bedroom size for which they are eligible.
If residents are required to be temporarily relocated as a result of a RAD conversion, CMHA will pay reasonable moving expenses. Details concerning what residents will be eligible for will be discussed in detail with those residents well in advance of any relocation.
No. Residents temporarily relocated who remain in good standing have the right to return to the development however that right does not include the right to be returned to the same unit.
Yes. As long as you are eligible for the extra bedroom as a reasonable accommodation, you will still qualify under RAD.
If you are required to relocate temporarily, the rental payment that you are responsible for should not increase.
CMHA will work with residents regarding their temporary relocation.
If you are not being relocated due to RAD conversion, you may be able to move, however you would have to do so in accordance with CMHA's Transfer Policy. Residents must not move in anticipation of a potential RAD conversion. If they do, they risk not having their relocation expenses covered, exiting the affordable housing programs and potentially forfeiting their right to return to the development upon completion. Residents should only relocate after they have been instructed to do so and provided guidance on how to receive relocation benefits. This is very important. DO NOT MOVE FOR RAD UNLESS YOU ARE PROVIDED INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE TO DO SO.
Yes. HUD requires housing authorities to provide a certain amount per occupied unit annually for resident participation. A certain percentage of the resident participation funds must be provided to a legitimate tenant organization.
CMHA encourages residents to participate and provide suggestions regarding rehabilitation needs. Funding will not allow for all suggestions to be implemented, however all suggestions will be taken into consideration when developing the final scope of work for a building.
Generally, rent will be the same in RAD as it was under public housing - no more than 30% of your household's adjusted gross income. However, tenants that pay flat rents could see a slight increase in rent once the 30% of the household's gross income is calculated. To lessen the impact on rent increases, CMHA plans to work with resident to establish those rental increases in phases.
Some units may be reconfigured under RAD. For example: Some efficiency units may become one bedroom units.
No. RAD is a HUD program.
RAD is not a person or entity. RAD is a HUD program that CMHA is converting its public housing units to.
At the time of closing, all residents who remain in good standing and are currently in converting units will have a right to return to the development following rehabilitation. CMHA will monitor the number of occupied units at the time of temporary relocation. CMHA would be obligated to obtain consent from a household to waive their right to return and provide alternative accommodations.
If you have questions regarding RAD:
You can visit our website at www.cintimha.com;
You can email us at
You can call our RAD Hotline at 513-977-5RAD (5723)
RAD stands for the Rental Assistance Demonstration Program. RAD is a HUD Program that allows public housing authorities to convert public housing into a form of Section 8 (either Project Based Vouchers or Project Based Rental Assistance).
Generally, rent will be the same in RAD as it was under public housing - no more than 30% of your household's adjusted gross income. However, tenants that pay flat rents could see a slight increase in rent once the 30% of the household's gross income is calculated. To lessen the impact on rent increases, CMHA plans to work with resident to establish those rental increases in phases.
RAD provides numerous rules that protect tenant rights. While tenants may have to temporarily move so that certain repairs/construction can happen, once those repairs/construction are completed, all tenants not in eviction have the right to return to the converting project (not necessarily the same unit). Don't forget that if you must temporarily move, CMHA will be providing assistance and covering certain eligible costs. No one should move unless they have been specifically notified by CMHA.
Source: Hud.gov