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2 <br /> (NOAH) on a per-dollar basis. A new scoring matrix will be created for repair and <br /> rehabilitation proposals to be reviewed by the Board at a later date. <br /> • Threshold Requirements: require documentation of alignment with specific Strategic <br /> Goals/Priorities (addition to current requirements is underlined) <br /> o The application is complete with all required attachments and was submitted by the <br /> established deadline. <br /> o The project aligns with local affordable housing goals, strategies, and/or adopted <br /> policies (if yes, specify the goal from the Strategic Plan or Master Aging Plan). <br /> o Funding is for an eligible activity. <br /> • Income Targeting and Special Needs: give greater priority to projects serving 60% AMI <br /> and below, which will indirectly support Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH); <br /> and add an explanation for how the project serves special needs populations. <br /> o What income range(s) and population(s) will the proposed project serve? <br /> Income Level Current Score Proposed Score <br /> 61%-80% AMI 10 10 <br /> 31%-60% AMI 15 25 <br /> 30% AMI or below 25 35 <br /> o Does the project target people with special housing needs? If so, how? <br /> Response Current Score Proposed Score <br /> Yes 20 20 <br /> No 0 0 <br /> The US Department of Housing and Urban Development defines people with special <br /> housing needs as disabled, elderly, veterans, experiencing homelessness, <br /> experiencing interpersonal violence, and holders of Section 8 or other vouchers. <br /> Staff determined it was not advisable to separate the population of people with <br /> disabilities for special consideration, as it could potentially violate Fair Housing <br /> standards, where people with disabilities are categorized alongside both elderly <br /> populations and families for legal protection. <br /> • Residency: delete due to difficulty screening and monitoring. <br /> Res onse Current Score I Proposed Score <br /> Yes 15 10 <br />