SECTION 3: CONNECTING LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS WITH OPPORTUNITY.
From 2012 to 2015, HUD's Section 3 Program accounted for over 110,000 jobs for local residents and $4.8 billion in contracts awarded to 26,000 businesses that substantially employ those persons.
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Form HUD 60002
The HUD Section 3 60002 Form is a Web-based system that allows direct recipients of HUD funding that are subject to Section 3 requirements to submit Section 3 reports for covered funds received annually during their reporting period.
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2015 SECTION 3 ANNUAL SUMMARY REPORTS
Should be Submitted at Regularly Scheduled (Previously Established) Due Dates PHAs January 10, 2016 NON-PHAs The same date as your annual performance report (e.g. CAPERS or Grantee Closeout Reports)
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Section 3 Business Registry
Self-certify your business today to receive notification about HUD-funded contracting opportunities in your community.
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Business USA
Search for local government contracts, sign up for text/email notifications, find federal resources for small businesses, and Get the Mobile App!
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Section 3
Section 3 helps foster local economic development, neighborhood economic improvement, and individual self-sufficiency.
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Section 3: A Historical Perspective
From the 1968 Riots, through Katrina, to the present day, the struggle for economic empowerment continues?
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Section 3 Quiz
Test Your Section 3 Knowledge Today! Recipients/Grantees, Contractors/Developers, Residents/Businesses Printed copies can be requested at: section@hud.gov
The Section 3 program requires that recipients of certain HUD financial assistance, to the greatest extent possible, provide job training, employment, and contract opportunities for low- or very-low income residents in connection with projects and activities in their neighborhoods.
If you live in government-assisted housing or if your household income falls below HUD's income limits, you may qualify as a Section 3 resident or Section 3 business concern. Learn more about Section 3
PROPOSED SECTION 3 REGULATION
Since 1994, the Section 3 program has been governed by an interim regulation. For the first time in 20 years, HUD is proposing a new rule that would expand opportunities for public housing residents and low-income workers and increase contracting opportunities for local businesses. The proposed rule clarifies definitions eases barriers to reaching compliance and grantees are implementing consistent procedures.
All direct recipients of HUD funding covered by Section 3 must submit Form 60002 annually. All reports must be submitted in the Section 3 Performance Evaluation and Registry System ( SPEARS).
