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HCV Specialist Exam| Actual Questions &
Solutions
What's the purpose of VAWA?-correct-answer-To reduce domestic violence,
sexual assault, stalking, and prevent homelessness.
What is the maximum amount of time allowed to report a VAWA incident?-
correct-answer-90 days
Are PHA's allowed to demand proof of a VAWA incident?-correct-answer-No, a
statement alone is acceptable
What are (2) forms of acceptable documentation for a PHA that requests VAWA
documentation?-correct-answer--Signed HUD-5382
-Court Records
Individuals requesting protection cannot be required to provide additional third
party documentation although a PHA may require documentation if more than
one applicant or tenant provides documentation-correct-answer-True
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The written contract between HUD and the PHA UBER which HUD agrees to
provide funding for the program, and the PHA agrees to comply with HUD
requirements-correct-answer-Annual Contributions Contract (ACC)
A HUD required written plan that establishes local PHA policies for administering
the HCV program-correct-answer-Administrative Plan
HUD definition of disability-correct-answer-Narrower definition of a person with
disabilities used for purposes of receiving preferences and deductions
ADA/504/HFA definition of disability-correct-answer-Broader definition of
disability for purposes of granting a reasonable accommodation request
Tenant based-assistance-correct-answer-Type of assistance where tenant choose
their units
Project based-assistance-correct-answer-Type of assistance where families live in
a building with a subsidy attached to it
HCV Specialist Exam| Actual Questions &
Solutions
What's the purpose of VAWA?-correct-answer-To reduce domestic violence,
sexual assault, stalking, and prevent homelessness.
What is the maximum amount of time allowed to report a VAWA incident?-
correct-answer-90 days
Are PHA's allowed to demand proof of a VAWA incident?-correct-answer-No, a
statement alone is acceptable
What are (2) forms of acceptable documentation for a PHA that requests VAWA
documentation?-correct-answer--Signed HUD-5382
-Court Records
Individuals requesting protection cannot be required to provide additional third
party documentation although a PHA may require documentation if more than
one applicant or tenant provides documentation-correct-answer-True
, 2|Page
The written contract between HUD and the PHA UBER which HUD agrees to
provide funding for the program, and the PHA agrees to comply with HUD
requirements-correct-answer-Annual Contributions Contract (ACC)
A HUD required written plan that establishes local PHA policies for administering
the HCV program-correct-answer-Administrative Plan
HUD definition of disability-correct-answer-Narrower definition of a person with
disabilities used for purposes of receiving preferences and deductions
ADA/504/HFA definition of disability-correct-answer-Broader definition of
disability for purposes of granting a reasonable accommodation request
Tenant based-assistance-correct-answer-Type of assistance where tenant choose
their units
Project based-assistance-correct-answer-Type of assistance where families live in
a building with a subsidy attached to it
