Section 22-A2213. VOLUNTARY RELOCATION IF RECEIVING A HOME FIRST SUBSIDY

 

2213.1To request relocation to another housing unit while receiving a Home First Subsidy, an eligible consumer shall submit a written request for relocation to his or her assigned CSA, other mental health provider, or Department. 

 

2213.2The Department may provide written approval of an eligible consumer’s request to relocate with a Home First Subsidy only if:

 

(a)   The request was submitted for approval before relocating;

 

(b)   The consumer has not yet relocated;

 

(c)     The consumer is not in arrears of the lease, unless there are housing code     violations as determined by DCRA or by a court in the current housing unit;

 

(d) The consumer will not incur penalties under the lease, or has reached an agreement with the landlord for the relocation;

 

(e) The unit is not damaged or in need of repairs beyond normal wear and tear due to the consumer’s actions; 

 

(f)The rental amount for the new unit is consistent with the Department’s rates in accordance with Subsection 2208.1; and

 

(g) The Home First Subsidy recipient is in good standing and is not currently in violation of any obligations under this chapter.

 

2213.3The Department may waive the requirements above upon a showing of good cause. 

 

authority

Sections 104 and 105 of the Department of Mental Health Establishment Amendment Act of 2001, effective December 18, 2001 (D.C. Law 14-56; D.C. Official Code §§ 7-1131.04 and 7-1131.05 (2008 Repl. & 2012 Supp.)).

source

Final Rulemaking published at 60 DCR 6479 (May 3, 2013).