The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs (MFH) has taken a significant step to enhance transparency and stakeholder engagement around the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA). On July 9, 2024, MFH published updated HOTMA forms to the HUD Drafting Table. These forms now reflect revisions made after the 60-day public comment period required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA).
This move allows stakeholders—especially owners and agents (O/As) in multifamily housing—to review, analyze, and prepare feedback before the upcoming 30-day Federal Register notice period begins.
What Are the Updated HOTMA Forms?
Multifamily Housing has updated forms tied to tenant eligibility certifications and rent calculation procedures. These revisions align with HOTMA’s legislative changes and modernize compliance expectations for HUD-assisted housing.
The forms now available include:
- Form HUD-9887 & 9887A: Applicant’s/Tenant’s Consent to Release Information
- Form HUD-50059 & 50059A: Owner’s Certification of Compliance with Tenant Eligibility and Rent Procedures
- TRACS 203A Instructions for both 50059 and 50059A
- Model Leases:
- 90105a – Subsidized Programs
- 90105b – Section 202/8 and 202/162 Projects
- 90105c – Section 202 PRAC
- 90105d – Section 811 PRAC
- 92236 – Section 811 PRA
Other revised documents include:
- EIV and You Brochure
- HUD Form 27061-H – Race and Ethnic Data Reporting
- EIV Access Forms (HUD-90011 and 90012)
- HUD-90100 – Recertification Notice
- Disability Verification Forms (HUD-90102 & 90103)
- HUD-90104 – Exception to Admissions Limitations
- HUD-90106 – Move-In/Move-Out Inspection
- RRR Brochure – Resident Rights & Responsibilities
- Fact Sheets – Section 8, Section 202/811, and Section 236
See the full list and access the forms on HUD’s HOTMA Drafting Table page.
Why This Matters
The updated HOTMA forms are a significant milestone in MFH’s effort to implement HOTMA changes across multifamily housing programs fully. These forms directly impact how O/As determine eligibility, calculate rent, and notify residents.
By publishing them ahead of the 30-day notice period, HUD ensures transparency and enables the industry to:
- Prepare for full compliance
- Offer actionable feedback before final adoption
- Avoid disruption during implementation
Given the complexity of HOTMA, these changes reflect HUD’s commitment to thoughtful and informed rulemaking.
What’s Next?
MFH has alerted its federal partners that these forms are ready for the next step: a 30-day public comment period via an official Federal Register Notice.
Once that notice is published, stakeholders will receive:
- A comment deadline
- Instructions on how to submit feedback
Stay updated by subscribing to HUD’s multifamily housing updates or regularly checking the Drafting Table page.
Have Questions?
HUD welcomes your questions about the HOTMA-related forms. Email the MFH team directly at: MFH_HOTMA@hud.gov
Helpful Resources
- Drafting Table – HOTMA Forms Overview
- Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) Main Page
- Federal Register Notices
HUD Is Listening
This early release of the updated HOTMA forms signals HUD’s proactive approach to regulatory transparency and community engagement. Navigate encourages all multifamily housing stakeholders to review these forms now and be prepared to offer insight once the 30-day comment window opens.
Timely participation ensures that your voice helps shape the compliance tools and tenant engagement materials for the future.
