1700.6.2.2 Hotel Cost

Allow hotel costs as shelter expense when the cost is related to a short or long-term stay and the hotel room is the customer's primary dwelling. Allowable cost related to hotel rooms are: Standard Room cost Taxes

Non-Allowable cost related to hotel rooms are: Room service charges Cost of Damages

Do not allow hotel cost as shelter expense when the cost is related to a temporary stay, such as vacations.

Allow the hotel cost for households in Emergency Housing subject to income contribution requirements. Use the number of days multiplied by the hotel rate if paying or incurring the expense.