§ 882.214 - Adjustment of allowance for utilities and other services.

(a) Annual review. At least annually, the PHA shall determine whether there has been a substantial change in utility rates or other charge of general applicability, and whether an adjustment is required in the Allowance of Utilities and Other Services by reason of such changes or because of errors in the original determination. If the PHA determines that an adjustment should be made, the PHA shall establish a schedule of adjustments taking into account size and type of dwelling units and other pertinent factors and shall furnish HUD with a copy of the adjusted schedule.

(b) Adjustments in payments under Contracts in effect. The PHA shall the determine the amounts of adjustments to be made in the amount of rent to be paid by affected Families and the amount of housing assistance payments and shall notify the Owners and Families accordingly.

(c) Effect on Fair Market Rents. If the PHA finds that utility cost changes are causing substantial difficulties in leasing Decent, Safe and Sanitary housing within the existing Fair Market Rent limitations, the PHA shall furnish appropriate documentation to HUD with a request for consideration of the need for a change in the Fair Market Rents.