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Low Income Rental Program Policy

Adopted on:

June 5, 2007

Revised on:

February 5, 2008

Revised on:

August 14, 2014

Revised July 17, 2020

Section I.

PURPOSE

The Puyallup Tribal Housing Department has established the

Low Income Rental Program to provide decent, safe and

sanitary housing low-income Tribal members and other

Indians.

Under this Program, the Puyallup Tribal Housing Department

has developed housing units that will be leased by Program

participants, with the PTHD serving as the landlord and

manager.

SECTION II.

Definitions in the Eligibility, Admissions and Occupancy

Policy are incorporated by reference.

SECTION III.

DEFINITIONS

APPLICATION

Definitions in the Eligibility, Admissions and Occupancy

Policy are incorporated by reference.

SECTION IV.

ELIGIBILITY

Definitions in the Eligibility, Admissions and Occupancy

Policy are incorporated by reference.

Tenants household must meet the PTHDPTHD definition of

“Indian family” at the time of the initial occupancy and at

all times during the entire term of the tenancy.

If the

household composition changes so that it no longer meets

the PTHD definition of “Indian family,” it shall be grounds

for termination of assistance.

SECTION V.

RENTAL AGREEMENT

Applicants selected to participate in the low-income rental

program will be required to sign a rental agreement

(hereinafter "rental agreement") prepared by the PTHDPTHD.

The rental agreement shall be consistent with the Puyallup

Tribal Housing Code, the policies of the PTHD, and the

applicable provisions of the Native American Housing

Assistance and Self-Determination Act (“NAHASDA”).

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The rental agreement will set out the terms and conditions

for Tenant's occupancy of the unit, and shall be

enforceable according to its terms and conditions.

Tenant may not occupy the unit until Tenant has executed

the rental agreement and a move-in inspection is conducted.

SECTION VI.

RENTAL PAYMENTS

All monthly rents are due and payable in full by the first

(1ST) day of each month, whether or not billings are sent by

the PTHD.

All "other payments" which are not monthly rents (for

example, work orders, maintenance fees, etc.) are due and

payable within 30 days after receipt of the invoice for

such charges from PTHD.

Tenants will be charged a late fee when they have failed to

make payment within ten (10) days of the date the payment

is due per subsections A and B, above.

Tenant households that have a significant portion of their

income coming from seasonal work may be allowed to pay at

times that more closely match when income is received, if

such payment arrangement is approved in advance in writing

by the PTHDPTHD Director. Approval of such payment

arrangements is at the sole discretion of the PTHD and no

Tenant has a right to such a payment arrangement. These

larger but infrequent rents will be made in advance, the

same as regular monthly rents, which are made for the

ensuing month.

Tenants are responsible for notifying the PTHD prior to the

first (1st) day of the month if they will be unable to make

the full rent when due and for requesting an informal

resolution with the PTHD Director to make rent

arrangements.

Income levels for the Low-Income Rental Program shall be

determined using the determination of income for

eligibility purposes under the PTHD Eligibility and

Admissions Policy.

Each Tenant in the Low-Income Rental Program is required to

make a monthly rent payment to PTHD based the following

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calculation, which shall be the Tenant’s monthly rental

payment:

Dividing the Tenant’s adjusted annual income by 12 to

determine Tenant’s adjusted monthly income.

Multiplying Tenant’s adjusted monthly income as

determined by the Housing Authority Board but no more

than 30% of their adjusted annual income.

Notwithstanding the above calculation, no Tenant shall

be charged more than the Fair Market Value for the

unit Tenant is occupying. Fair Market Value shall be

determined by the PTHD and shall be updated annually.

No Tenant in the Low-Income Rental Program shall pay more

than 30% of their adjusted annual income for rent,

provided, that the cost of utilities shall not be treated

as part of the rent.

SECTION VII.

PAYBACK AGREEMENTS

If rents are not made as required, a payback agreement may

be executed by the PTHD Resident Services, with the Tenant

after financial counseling and after it has determined that

the Tenant is still capable of and committed to fulfilling

all obligations of their rental agreement.

Each Tenant with debt balances is required to set up a

payback agreement acceptable to the PTHD Resident Services

in order to maintain occupancy. At a minimum, the Tenant

shall be required to pay in accordance with the payment

scheduled approved by the PTHD Housing Advisory Committee.

Failure to make payments as agreed in the payback agreement

will result in automatic termination of the rental

agreement.

Payback Agreements shall be structured and enforced

consistent with Section XIX(K) of the Eligibility,

Admissions and Occupancy Policy.

SECTION VIII.

APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND MAINTENANCE

Participants in the Low-Income Rental Program are

responsible to the Tribe and future generations by ensuring

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that the homes are used properly and functionally

maintained.

It shall be the responsibility of each Tenant to show

respect for the Low-Income Rental Program and appreciation

for the low housing cost by keeping the unit and grounds in

a decent, safe and sanitary condition at all times.

The Tenant is responsible for routine maintenance and any

maintenance required by the rental agreement (i.e. yard

care) and for correcting any breach of the housing quality

standards caused by failure to pay utilities, repair

appliances, or any damage beyond normal wear and tear.

Each Tenant is responsible for conducting basic routine

maintenance of his or her unit.

The PTHD is responsible for providing non-routine

maintenance. When non-routine maintenance is needed, the

Tenant shall inform the PTHD promptly so that maintenance

can be performed in a timely manner.

Instances of serious abuse or misuse of the unit by the

Tenant, or failure by the Tenant to provide basic routine

maintenance may result in termination of the rental

agreement.

An inspection may result in mandatory routine maintenance

being required of a Tenant.

If routine maintenance is required, the Maintenance

Director will provide a written report to Resident Services

and a plan of action will be developed between PTHD and the

Tenant listing specific maintenance actions needed and

target dates.

If routine maintenance is required and a plan of action is

developed, PTHD will follow up with subsequent inspections

on dates specified in the plan for Maintenance to monitor

necessary compliance by the Tenant and will provide a

written report to Resident Services.

SECTION IX.

INSPECTIONS

All units in the Low-Income Rental Program are subject to

the inspection requirements of this Section.

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Tenants are obligated under this Policy to participate in

pre-occupancy, annual, pre-move out and final move out

inspections. Failure of a Tenant to participate in the

required inspections may result in termination of the

Tenant’s rental agreement.

Pre-Occupancy Inspections: Prior to the move in or no

later than the date of occupancy, the Tenant and PTHD

will conduct a pre-occupancy inspection to document

the existing condition of the home. The pre-occupancy

inspection will become part of the Tenant's file and

will be used for future reference, should the rental

agreement be terminated.

Annual Inspections: PTHD will conduct an inspection of

each unit at least once annually, and more often if

deemed necessary to ensure that such unit is being

properly used and maintained. The annual inspection

also documents the condition of the home and

Maintenance provides a written report for the Tenant's

file and provides PTHD with a basis for providing

counseling on home use or routine maintenance.

Inspections During First Year of Occupancy. During a

Tenant’s first year of occupancy of a Unit, PTHD will

conduct inspections as needed, as determined at PTHD’s

discretion, but not less than once every three months.

Pre-Move Out Inspection: The pre-move out inspection

is scheduled at the time the Tenant gives PTHD a

thirty (30) day notice of intent to move out and

terminate their rental agreement. The pre-move out

inspection is conducted to provide the Tenant with

assistance in maintenance items that are required to

be repaired/replaced or cleaned prior to the Tenant

vacating the unit. PTHD will perform an inspection of

the premises whenever it takes action to terminate a

rental agreement. The premises may be inspected prior

to the Tenant moving out.

Final Move-Out Inspection: The final move-out

inspection documents the condition of the unit at the

time PTHD regains possession of the unit. Any items

needing repair or replacement beyond "normal wear and

tear", or cleaning will be documented for the PTHD

file.

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Decent, Safe and Sanitary Conditions: Notwithstanding any

other provision of this Policy, PTHD has the right and

obligation to make inspections of a home at any time, with

prior notification to the Tenant and owner, if PTHD has

reason to believe that part of the interior or exterior of

the home is not maintained in a decent, safe, clean and

sanitary condition. Notification will be in writing giving

the Tenant and owner at least 2 days prior notice of the

inspection.

PTHD shall have the right to enter the unit without prior

notice to Tenant if PTHD reasonably believes that an

emergency exists which requires entrance.

SECTION X.

USE OF THE RENTAL UNIT

The Low Income Rental Housing Program unit is to remain the

Tenant's principal place of residence during the term of

the rental agreement for at (principal residence).(include

procedure on written notification to be provided) Use of a

Low-Income Rental Program unit for purposes other than

Tenant’s principal residence will result in termination of

the Tenant’s eligibility for and participation in the LowIncome Rental Program.

Pets: Please see Section XIV.F of the PTHD Eligibility,

Admissions, and Occupancy Policy for PTHD’s policy on pets

in low rent units (incorporated herein by reference in its

entirety).

Tenant may not make any modifications or alterations to the

unit. If Tenant makes modifications without PTHD's written

approval, such modifications must be removed at Tenant's

expense. If PTHD removes the modifications, the cost of

such removal will be immediately due and owing by Tenant to

PTHD.

Tenant shall not erect any aerial, antenna or TV dishes on

the exterior of the Premises without written permission of

PTHD. Tenant will not install or have installed any

additional wiring on the exterior or interior of the unit

for telephones, televisions or any other electrical

appliances without the express permission of PTHD.

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Electrical or communications equipment of any kind that

interferes with neighboring Tenants are not allowed.

Tenant may use only tacks, nails, screws or other fasteners

on the walls that are specifically designed for hanging

pictures and other decor. A reasonable number per wall is

acceptable.

Tenant may not install any window brackets or rods or

additional locks on any of the interior or exterior doors.

Tenant may not re-key any of the locks. Tenant may have

keys provided by PTHD duplicated by a licensed locksmith,

but all keys must be given to PTHD if Tenant vacates the

unit.

SECTION XI.

COUNSELING

Each Tenant is required to participate and cooperate fully

in all official pre-occupancy counseling and counseling

during occupancy activities. Failure, without good cause,

to participate in the counseling program or comply with a

financial plan shall result in termination of the Tenant’s

eligibility for and participation in the Low-Income Rental

Program, and termination of Tenant’s rental agreement.

Pre-Occupancy Counseling: The pre-occupancy counseling

session takes place prior to execution of the rental

agreement. This session informs the applicant of LowIncome Rental Program requirements and procedures plus

instructions on the proper use of appliances and equipment.

Specifically, the rental agreement is reviewed and PTHD

will answer any questions to ensure that the Tenant

realizes and understands his/her responsibilities.

Counseling During Occupancy: Counseling during occupancy

includes one-on-one or group sessions on program

requirements, use, maintenance, and budget and financial

counseling.

Program counseling ensures that the Tenants are fully

aware of their responsibilities under the Program.

The Program is reviewed with the Tenant with PTHD

available to answer any questions.

Use and maintenance counseling, including instructions

on proper use of appliances and equipment, is provided

to the Tenant at their request and/or when it becomes

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evident that a Tenant is not properly using or

maintaining the home.

Tenant will be required to attend budget and financial

counseling. Such counseling attempts to provide

realistic budget and financial advice within the

Tenant's income and required expenditures.

SECTION XII.

PROGRAM VIOLATIONS

Tenants commit a Program violation by:

Failing to submit requested verification in a timely

manner.

Failing to provide verification of social security

numbers.

Failing to complete recertification.

Failing to report changes in income and/or assets of

household members within ten (10) business days of the

change taking place.

Vacating the unit in violation of the rental agreement

or this Policy.

Failing to use or maintain the unit as required under

this Policy and under the rental agreement.

Conducting themselves personally or permitting members

of the household or any guests or any other persons

under their control to conduct themselves in a manner

that:

Is criminal activity.

Is in Violation of the Drug and Alcohol Policy;

including drug-related criminal activity;

Is disruptive of their neighbors’ right to “quiet

enjoyment” of their homes;

Is activity that threatens the health and safety

of, or right to peaceful enjoyment by, other

residents or employees of PTHD;

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Is activity that threatens the health and safety

of, or right to peaceful enjoyment by, persons

residing in the immediate vicinity of the

Premises;

Is gang-related activity (as such activity

defined in the Puyallup Tribal Code and/or

PTHD regulations or policies).

Failing to make payments required under the rental

agreement.

Failing to abide by the terms and conditions of the

rental agreement.

10.

Violating other PTHD Policies, including but not

limited to the PTHD Drug and Alcohol Policies.

Tenants commit a Fraudulent Crime Violation by:

Knowingly omitting income or assets of self or

household members.

Knowingly under reporting income or assets of self or

household members.

Transferring income or assets to obtain or retain

false eligibility.

Overstating deductions, allowances or expenses.

Using a false identity or false social security

number.

Using false documents.

Falsifying the number of household members, etc.

SECTION XIII.

OPPORTUNITY FOR CORRECTIVE ACTION

Program violations and fraudulent crime violations are

grounds for termination and eviction of the Tenant.

However, at PTHD's sole discretion, if the circumstances

warrant, PTHD may provide Tenant an opportunity to take

corrective action consistent with this Section.

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When the PTHD becomes aware of a violation(s) and

determines that it is appropriate to provide Tenant an

opportunity to take corrective action, PTHD shall notify

the Tenant of the violation in writing.

If possible, PTHD will work with the Tenant jointly to

develop a work plan to correct the violations. The PTHD

will also provide counseling as appropriate and provide an

opportunity for an informal hearing on the matter as

appropriate.

If corrections are not possible or if the circumstances do

not warrant permitting Tenant opportunity to correct, the

PTHD may proceed directly to termination of the rental

agreement as provided in this Policy, the rental agreement,

and the Puyallup Tribal Housing Code, Subchapters 6 and 7.

SECTION XIV.

GROUNDS FOR TERMINATION OF RENTAL AGREEMENT

PTHD may terminate the rental agreement of a Tenant in the

Low-Income Rental Program for any “program violation” or

"fraudulent crime violation" as defined in this Policy or

in the Eligibility, Admissions, and Occupancy Policy.

Criminal Activity, Disturbance of Peaceful Enjoyment,

Threats to Health and Safety. PTHD may terminate the

rental agreement of a Tenant in the Low-Income Rental

Program if Tenant, any member of Tenant’s household, and

any guests or other persons under Tenant’s control engage

in any of the following activities:

Violence or any criminal activity, including drugrelated criminal activity, whether on or off the

Premises. The term “drug-related criminal activity”

means the illegal manufacture, sale, distribution,

use, or possession with the intent to manufacture,

sell, distribute, or use of a controlled substance (as

defined in Section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act

(21 U.S.C. 802));

Activity that threatens the health and safety of, or

right to peaceful enjoyment by, other residents or

employees of PTHD;

Activity that threatens the health and safety of, or

right to peaceful enjoyment by, other tenants; or

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Gang-related activity (as such activity is defined in

the Puyallup Tribal Code and/or by PTHD regulations or

policies).

For a termination of the rental agreement for violation of

this subsection, it shall not be necessary that Tenant (or

any of the other covered persons) to have been criminally

convicted of the activity unless the only violation is the

cruminal activity. PTHD may terminate and evict if a

preponderance of the evidence demonstrates that a violation

of this Section has occurred.

PTHD may terminate the rental agreement of a Tenant in the

Low-Income Rental Program if Tenant fails to properly

maintain the unit.

PTHD may terminate the rental agreement of a Tenant in the

Low-Income Rental Program if Tenant fails to make timely

payment of monthly rent or other charges as set out in

Section XIX.C of the Eligibility, Admissions, and Occupancy

Policy.(

PTHD may terminate the rental agreement of a Tenant in the

Low-Income Rental Program for non payment for costs for

damages or services which have been due for thirty (30)

calendar days or more.

PTHD may terminate the rental agreement of a Tenant in the

Low-Income Rental Program if Tenant, any members of

Tenant’s household, any of Tenant’s guests, and any other

persons under Tenant’s control fail to comply with the

provisions of the PTHD Resident Alcohol and Drug Policies

PTHD may terminate the rental agreement of a Tenant in the

Low-Income Rental Program if Tenant for any serious or

repeated violation of the rental agreement, this Policy, or

any other applicable PTHD policies, Puyallup Tribal law or

regulations.

The PTHD shall terminate the rental agreement of a tenant

in the Low-Income Rental Program for repeated violations of

the Rental Agreement after being given two opportunities

for corrective action. The third violation incident shall

be grounds for termination.

PTHD may terminate the Rental Agreement of a Tenant in the

Low-Income Rental Program if the Tenant’s household

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composition changes so it no longer meets the PTHD

definition of “Indian family.”

SECTION XV.

PROCEDURES FOR TERMINATION AND EVICTION

When PTHD has determined that there is cause to terminate

the rental agreement and evict Tenant, PTHD shall give

written notice to Tenant that the rental agreement has been

terminated, and that Tenant must come into compliance or

quit the Premises according to the provisions of this

Section. Such notice shall be called “Termination Notice.”

The Termination Notice shall be addressed to Tenant and

shall state the reasons(s) for termination of the tenancy

and the date by which Tenant is required to comply or quit

possession of the unit. The Termination Notice shall

inform Tenant of Tenant’s right to make such reply as

Tenant wishes, and of Tenant’s right to request a hearing

in accordance with PTHD’s grievance procedures.

If the termination is for a reason that by its nature is a

threat to other Tenants, neighbors, or PTHD employees

(including, but not limited to, engaging in criminal

activity [including drug-related criminal activity],

engaging in behavior that threatens public health and

safety, or engaging in gang-related activity), the

Termination Notice need not provide any opportunity to come

into compliance, but may simply inform Tenant that the

rental agreement is terminated and that Tenant must quit

the premises by the specified date.

Time Requirements for Termination Notice. The Termination

Notice must be delivered within the following periods of

time:

No less than seven (7) calendar days prior to the date

to comply or quit specified in the notice for any

failure to pay rent or other payments required by the

rental agreement or this Policy.

No less than three (3) calendar days prior to the date

to comply or quit specified in the notice for

nuisance, serious injury to property, criminal

activity (including drug-related criminal activity),

gang-related activity, or injury to persons.

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In situations in which there is an emergency, such as

a fire or condition making the Premises unsafe or

uninhabitable, or in situations involving an imminent

or serious threat to public health or safety, the

notice may be made in a period of time which is

reasonable, given the situation.

No less than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the

date to comply or quit specified in the notice in all

other situations.

Personal Delivery of Termination Notice. The Termination

Notice shall be in writing, and it must be personally

delivered to Tenant, to another adult living in the unit,

or to an adult agent or employee of Tenant, with a copy

mailed to Tenant by certified mail. Delivery must be made

by an adult person (18) years or older.

Alternative Methods of Delivery if Personal Delivery Not

Possible. If the Termination Notice cannot be given by

means of personal delivery, or if Tenant cannot be found,

the Termination Notice may be delivered by means of:

Certified mail, return receipt requested, to the last

known address of Tenant; or

Securely taping a copy of the Termination Notice to

the main entry door of the unit in such a manner that

it is not likely to blow away, and by posting a copy

of the notice in some public place near the unit,

including a Tribal office, public store, or other

commonly frequented place and by sending a copy first

class mail, postage prepaid, addressed to Tenant at

the unit.

Vacating Unit Upon Termination. Immediately upon the

termination of the rental agreement becoming effective

(whether Termination was by Tenant or PTHD), Tenant shall

quietly and peaceably remove Tenant’s household and

property from the Premises and surrender possession thereof

and the equipment and furnishings therein, in the condition

as leased, reasonable wear and tear excepted. All amounts

owed PTHD by Tenant shall immediately become due and

payable. In the event that Tenant does not vacate the

premises or leaves owing money to PTHD, PTHD may institute

legal proceeding to force eviction and collect any funds

owing and Tenant shall pay any legal costs, including court

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costs and attorney fees, if PTHD prevails in any legal

proceeding.

Removal of Furniture and Other Personal Property. All

furniture, household goods, and/or other personal property

of Tenant or Tenant’s household remaining in or on the

Premises for a period of time longer than five (5) days

after removal of Tenant from the Premises shall, unless

otherwise provided by law, be deemed to have been abandoned

by Tenant without the basis of formal legal process, unless

the situation then existing indicates otherwise. Tenant’s

personal property shall be stored by PTHD for least thirty

(30) days, either on the Premises or at another suitable

location. In order to reclaim the personal property, Tenant

shall pay the reasonable costs of its removal and storage.

If Tenant does not pay such costs within thirty (30) days,

PTHD is authorized to sell the property in order to recover

these costs. Upon request by Tenant, PTHD shall provide the

pertinent information concerning the sale, including the

time, date and location. Any proceeds from the sale in

excess of the storage and removal costs shall be remitted

to the former occupants. If Tenant has not given PTHD a new

address, Tenant shall have a period of one year to contact

PTHD to claim such net proceeds, at which time the proceeds

shall become the absolute property of PTHD.

With respect to any notice of eviction or termination

pursuant to this Policy, notwithstanding any State, local

or Tribal law, Tenant shall be informed of the opportunity,

prior to any hearing or trial, to examine any relevant

documents, records, or regulations directly related to the

eviction or termination.

If Tenant does not vacate the unit as required under the

Termination Notice by the time specified in the notice,

PTHD will file an eviction action in the Puyallup Tribal

Court to forcibly evict Tenant from the unit.

Prior to filing an eviction action in the Puyallup Tribal

Court, the PTHD may conduct a formal or informal procedure

of forbearance with the Tenant, at the discretion of the

PTHD.

SECTION XVI.

NOTICE OF VACANCY; ABANDONMENT OF UNIT

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The Tenant is responsible to provide the PTHD with a thirty

(30) day written notice of his or her intent to terminate

the rental agreement.

At the close of the thirty day period, the Tenant must

vacate the unit. No later than ten (10) days after the

date the termination of the rental agreement goes into

effect Tenant (1) must remove all possessions from the unit

and (2) return all keys for the unit to PTHD. Any

possessions left in the unit after the ten (10) days has

expired will be removed and stored by PTHD, and the costs

of such storage and removal will be charged to Tenant. If

the Tenant does not redeem the possessions within thirty

(30) days, the possessions will become the property of PTHD

and may be disposed of by PTHD at its discretion. If the

Tenant does not return the keys within the ten (10) day

period, PTHD will re-key the locks to the unit, and Tenant

will be charged the cost of such re-keying.

Tenant must also clean the premises and leave it in the

same condition as upon initiation of the rental (except for

normal wear and tear). Tenant will be charged clean-up

costs if this is not done.

Tenant must also return the keys to the premises and keys

to the mailbox to PTHD. Failure to do so will result in

charge to change locks and keys as set out in Section

III.M.11 of the PTHD Maintenance Policy.

Upon receipt of the Notice, the PTHD will schedule a premove-out inspection, which will allow the Tenant to provide

needed repairs or replacements, if any, prior to vacating

the unit.

If a Tenant vacates the unit without notice, the PTHD shall

take the following actions.

A 10-Day Abandonment Notice will be sent to the Tenant by

regular and certified mail informing them that they have 10

days to respond.

The rental agreement will be considered void as of the day

the PTHD discovers the abandonment.

The PTHD will retake possession as provided in the

applicable provisions of the Puyallup Tribal Housing Code,

and immediately inspect the unit to determine if repairs

are necessary. The Tenant will remain subject to the

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obligations of the rental agreement. This includes the

obligation to make monthly rents until the PTHD can

terminate the rental agreement in writing. Notice of the

termination will be communicated to the extent feasible.

If repairs are necessary, the Tenant will be responsible

for all costs of those repairs. A copy of the charges will

be forwarded to the last known address of the Tenant.

If adequate rent arrangements are not made by the Tenant,

the PTHD shall bypass any forbearance procedures and file a

claim in the Puyallup Court against the Tenant for rent

and/or damages.

SECTION XVII.

LEAVING WITH A DELIQUENCY

Tenants with terminated rental agreements that have debt

balances (including fees) will be processed through court

proceedings for small claims if a payback agreement with

the Tenant cannot be executed or successfully followed.

Tenants with terminated rental agreements that have debt

balances with any Indian Tribal Housing Authority will not

receive future housing assistance from the PTHD until those

debts have been paid in full.

The PTHD will charge all costs incurred in the collection

of debts to the Tenant through the Tenant's account.

Upon vacating the unit, the Tenants will be responsible for

the costs of all necessary repairs to place the unit in

satisfactory condition for the next Tenant.

Upon failure of a Tenant to fulfill his or her maintenance

obligations, the PTHD will perform the required maintenance

and charge the Tenant’s accounts accordingly.

SECTION XVIII. MISCELLEANOUS

The PTHD shall carry all insurance required by NAHASDA and

the applicable NAHASDA regulations, including fire and

extended coverage insurance upon the unit.

In the event a unit is damaged or destroyed by fire or

other casualty:

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The PTHD shall use the insurance proceeds to have the

unit repaired or rebuilt unless there is good reason

for not doing so.

In the event the PTHD determines that the unit should

not be repaired or rebuilt, the PTHD shall assist the

resident Tenant as follows:

Place the Tenant in another available unit

without terminating the rental agreement;

Offer the resident Tenant a rental assistance

certificate; or

If the final determination is that the home should be

repaired or rebuilt, Tenant will be required to vacate the

unit. PTHD will endeavor to provide alternate housing to

Tenant until such time as the unit is repaired or rebuilt.

In the event of termination of a rental agreement because

of damage or destruction of the unit, or if the unit must

be vacated during the repair period, the PTHD will use its

best efforts to assist in relocating the Tenant. If the

unit must be vacated during the repair period, required

monthly payments shall be suspended during the vacancy

period.

Puyallup Nation Housing Authority

Low-Income Rental Program Policy

July 17, 2020

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