Public Housing Lease Termination Notice Changes

HUD Policy Update

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has issued a new rule that changes the notice requirements for non-payment of rent. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Housing Authorities were required to provide 30 days' notice before terminating a lease for non-payment of rent. HUD has now rescinded that temporary rule.

For more information on the HUD Policy Update , please click here.

What This Means
Beginning in 2026, HUD regulations return to pre-pandemic requirements.

For Public Housing Residents, the required notice for non-payment of rent will be:
At least 14 day written notice before lease termination.

• Rent due the first of the month.
• Rent is late after the fifth of the month.
• $25.00 late fee applied on the sixth of the month
• Court filing ten days after the 5th of the month on accounts with a rent balance due.
   

When This Change Will Take Effect at the Housing Authority of Darlington?
(Agency Name) will implement this change after providing notice to residents.

The expected implementation date is June 01, 2026
Until that time, we will continue following the 30-day notice practice currently in place.

Important Reminder
If you are having difficulty paying rent, please contact the office before your account becomes delinquent so we can discuss available options.

Questions?
Please email us or call the office during normal business hours at 843.393.0436 extension 2004.