Links to Helpful Resources- Updated 10/26/17
CTBOS has compiled this list of resources to help CoC program grant recipients and subrecipients to maintain compliance with HUD and CoC requirements. All updates will be posted at the link indicated below.
CT BOS Resources
The following materials are available at:
http://www.csh.org/csh-solutions/community-work/housing-development-and-operation/2578-2/
· CT BOS Links to Helpful Resources
· CT BOS Monitoring Guide
· CT BOS Policies & Procedures
· CT BOS Renewal Evaluation Criteria
· Housing First Principles
· Client Bill of Rights
· Sample Educational Rights Policy
· Environmental Review Guidance
· Homelessness Verification Form
· Disability Verification Form
· Chronic Homelessness Documentation Checklist
· Chronic Homelessness Sample Third Party Letters
· Sample Written Intake Procedures
HUD Resources
· HEARTH CoC Program Interim Rule - https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/2033/hearth-coc-program-interim-rule/
· HEARTH Homeless Definition Final Rule- https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/1928/hearth-defining-homeless-final-rule/
· COC Program Frequently Asked Questions- https://www.hudexchange.info/coc/faqs/
· CoC Program Start-Up Training Series - https://www.hudexchange.info/trainings/courses/coc-program-start-up-training-webinars-for-fy-2013-funds1/
· HUD CoC Program Grants Administration User Guide - https://www.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/CoCProgramGrantsAdministrationUserGuide.pdf
· HUD Monitoring Resources including Exhibits - https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/cpd-monitoring/#coc
· HMIS Requirements, Data Standards & Tools - https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/hmis/
· HUD Final Rule on Chronic Homelessness- https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2015/12/04/2015-30473/homeless-emergency-assistance-and-rapid-transition-to-housing-defining-chronically-homeless
· HUD Notice: Prioritizing Persons Experiencing Chronic Homelessness in PSH & Recordkeeping Requirements for Documenting Chronic Homeless Status
https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/5108/notice-cpd-16-11-prioritizing-persons-experiencing-chronic-homelessness-and-other-vulnerable-homeless-persons-in-psh/
· HUD Equal Access Final Rule - https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/1991/equal-access-to-housing-final-rule/
· HUD Equal Access in Accordance with Gender Identity Final Rule - https://www.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/Equal-Access-Final-Rule-2016.pdf
· HUD Equal Access Resources for Projects - https://www.hudexchange.info/homelessness-assistance/resources-for-lgbt-homelessness/#self-assessment-for-shelters-and-projects
· HUD Equal Access Notice to be Posted at Sites - https://www.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/Notice-on-Equal-Access-Rights.pdf
· HUD Guidance on Application of Fair Housing to Use of Criminal Records by Housing Providers -
http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/documents/huddoc?id=HUD_OGCGuidAppFHAStandCR.pdf
· HUD Final Rule Implementing VAWA Reauthorization Act of 2013 -
Final Rule and Notice of Occupancy Rights Under VAWA available at: https://www.hudexchange.info/news/hud-announces-publication-of-final-rule-implementing-vawa-reauthorization-act-of-2013/
VAWA forms available at:
https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/administration/hudclips/forms/hud5a
· HUD Housing Quality Standards Checklist - http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/documents/huddoc?id=52580.pdf
Sample “Rent Reasonableness Checklist and Certification” form -https://www.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/RentReasonableChecklist.pdf
Additional information is available at:
https://www.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/CoC-Rent-Reasonableness-and-FMR.pdf
· HUD Environmental Review Requirements - https://www.hudexchange.info/environmental-review/
· HUD Lead Based Paint Visual Assessment Training – www.hud.gov/offices/lead/training/visualassessment/h00101.htm
· HUD CPD Income Calculator - Select HOPWA
https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/2079/cpd-income-eligibility-calculator/
· HUD Housing First Brief- https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/3892/housing-first-in-permanent-supportive-housing-brief/
· HUD Housing First Assessment Tool - https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/5294/housing-first-assessment-tool/
· eLOCCS Registration Guide -http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/documents/huddoc?id=eloccs_registration_guide.pdf
· HUD Notice: Transition to 2 CFR Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, Final Guidance -
http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/documents/huddoc?id=TransitionNotice22715.pdf
Other Resources
· CT Department of Children and Families: What Mandated Reporters Need to Know
http://www.ct.gov/dcf/cwp/view.asp?a=2556&Q=314384
· Corporation for Supportive Housing Case Management Tools (including sample assessment and service planning forms) - http://www.csh.org/CT-QI
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