Rent

Rent, rental taxes, and mandatory surcharges that are billed to every tenant as part of the rent for a primary housing unit are allowable for NA.

NOTE Do not allow fees that are not mandatory such as late charges and deposits for such things as pets, tool sheds, washers, dryers, and furniture. Do not allow rental insurance for furniture and personal belongings, even when it is mandated by the landlord or on the lease.

Allow rental shelter expenses for the primary housing unit, including the following:

● Rent and taxes on a motel or hotel room.

● Fees for a campground space.

● Charges for renting land where a mobile home is located. (See Rental Space )

● The portion of rental insurance that is for the structure only.

NOTE When structure coverage is not known, the entire amount of the rental insurance is not an allowable expense.

● Residential fees to live in a Group Living Arrangement (GLA).