Section 3 Policy

Section 3 Requirements

Section 3 is a provision of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 USC. 1701u) that is regulated by the provisions of 24 CFR 75. Section 3 regulations ensure that employment and other economic opportunities generated by certain HUD financial assistance shall, to the greatest extent feasible, and consistent with existing Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, be directed to low- and very low-income persons, particularly those who are recipients of government assistance for housing, and to business concerns which provide economic opportunities to low- and very low-income persons.

For details on how the LHA is implementing the Section 3 provision, please view the LHA Section 3 Policy (PDF).

To find out more information on SEC 3 requirements and to register on HUD's Section 3 Opportunity Portal please visit the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Once you have registered send us a copy of the approved application to Sherry Giblin. Subject: Approved Section 3 Business.