Property Management
In New York, the 'Section 8' Housing Choice Voucher program requires participating landlords to:
AAccept all Section 8 voucher holders regardless of the unit's rent
BAccept only tenants with perfect credit scores
CMaintain the unit in decent, safe, and sanitary condition and charge rent that meets HUD standards for reasonable market rent✓ Correct
DProvide all utilities at no cost to voucher holders
Explanation
Landlords who participate in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program must maintain their units in compliance with HUD's Housing Quality Standards (decent, safe, and sanitary), charge a rent that is reasonable compared to similar units in the area, and comply with all program rules. The government pays a portion of the rent directly to the landlord. NYC law also prohibits discrimination based on source of income.
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