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FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FNS 215 RESIDENCE Section 215 Change #02-2026 August 4, 2026 indicates that verification cannot be obtained. If it is determined that verification cannot be obtained, accept the client’s statement for residency and document why the verification was not obtainable. B. Categorical Eligible FNS Units: Do not require verification of residence for FNS households that are categorically eligible. Accept the household’s statement. 215.04 DOCUMENTATION Document the verification source in NC FAST using the appropriate notes and evidences. Scan any supporting documents in NC FAST using the appropriate taxonomy as outlined in NC FAST help. 215.05 MOVE BY THE FNS UNIT WITHIN THE STATE When a household with an active FNS or SNAP case reports it has moved to another county, document the new address, phone number and county of residence. Prior to transferring the case, update the address in NC FAST and address applicable changes in the household’s situation. Do not transfer a case until all applicable changes have been completed. Act on the shelter and utility costs arising from the move in accordance with FNS 515.12, Change of Residence During the Certification Period. A. County Transfer Policy Rules for all active FNS and SNAP Cases. 1. Do not transfer: a. An application to another county. Once the application is approved, transfer the ongoing case. b. A pending recertification. Once the recertification is approved, transfer the ongoing case. c. A case with any other pending action. Once the pending action is completed, transfer the ongoing case. Note: If the FNS unit reports a non-required change but fails to provide verification of the changed information, the case may be transferred after all time standards for requesting information have expired. 2. Transfer of cases in the last two months of the certification period or in the suspense month: a. The FNS household has not visited or submitted an application to the new county of residence: