PRP.7.13.030 Payment Arrangements

(a) Extension. If a tenant is unable to make their payment when due, they may request an extension from the Executive Director or designee. Such extensions shall be documented and granted only in situations of extreme temporary hardship at the discretion of the Executive Director or designee.

(1) Circumstances warranting approval of an extension are unusual and unexpected family expenses, such as a death in the family or high medical expense not covered by insurance or a sudden loss of income.

(2) The above does not include normal living expenses such as high grocery bills, utility bills, etc., nor does it include payments for household furnishings, clothing or automobiles.

(b) Payment Agreements for Past Due Balances. Written re-payment agreements may be entered between tenant and the Executive Director, or designee, for payment of past due balances which specify due dates and amounts. Extensions of written repayment agreements shall not be granted; instead, agreements may be renegotiated, if justified by a significant change in circumstances. Re-payment Agreements shall be signed stating the tenant will pay the regular monthly payment and a designated amount towards the outstanding balance.

(1) Where a payment agreement is in default it will not be renewed. Eviction action may be taken where payment agreements are not honored by the family.

(c) Automatic Payments and Payroll Deductions. The Authority will cooperate with tenants and homebuyers in order to make arrangements with their employers for direct payroll deductions or source of income for automatic payments.