Housing Voucher Programs - Policy and Procedures Manual

Chapter I Sections

1. Background/Evolution of Program
2. Program Components
3. Key Program Documents
4. Roles and Responsibilities
5. Occupancy Cycle
6. Payment Standards (PS)
7. Privacy Rights
8. Multi-Family Tenant Characteristics System (MTCS)
9. Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP)
10. Portability
11. Applicable Forms List

Chapter I: General Information

Section I: Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP)

• The SEMAP is a method used by HUD to assess whether the voucher program operates to help eligible participants afford decent rental units at the correct subsidy cost.
• HUD measures MSHDA’s performance in key Section 8 program areas, assigns performance ratings, identifies MSHDA’s management capabilities and deficiencies, and targets monitoring and program assistance more effectively.
• MSHDA uses the SEMAP performance analysis to assess and improve their own program operations.