Public Housing Income Dispute
Summary
Public housing authorities in Minnesota follow federal guidelines for income calculation. SSI is excluded from income calculations, and child support payments for an adult child not living with you should generally not be counted as your income. You can clarify this with your local housing authority or contact a legal aid office for assistance. A sample grievance letter was provided to address the issue. For further help, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) can be contacted at (651) 222-4731.Full Conversation
no I need help writing a grievance letter to public housing on this issue.
Sure, I can help with that. Here's a sample grievance letter you can use:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
[Public Housing Authority Name]
[Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
Subject: Grievance Regarding Income Calculation
Dear [Public Housing Authority],
I am writing to formally lodge a grievance concerning the calculation of my income for public housing purposes. My name is [Your Name], and I reside at [your address]. My primary source of income is from Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
It has come to my attention that child support arrears I receive on behalf of my adult son, who does not reside with me, are being included in the calculation of my income. I wish to clarify that these payments are forwarded directly to my adult son, and as such, should not be considered part of my income.
According to federal guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD):
- SSI Income Exclusion: SSI is excluded from income calculations.
- Child Support: Child support payments received for an adult child not living with the recipient shouldgenerally not be counted as the recipient's income.
Given these guidelines, I believe the current calculation of my income is incorrect. I kindly request a review and adjustment of my income calculation to exclude these child support arrears.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a prompt resolution.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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Would you like any modifications to this letter?
thats great thanks. can you give me the legal aid info just in case? I live in Ramsey County, MN
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS)
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * East 5th Street, Suite *, St. Paul, MN *
Website: www.smrls.orgWould you like any other assistance or information?
thank you. i think thats it
You're welcome! If you have any other questions in the future, feel free to reach out. Best of luck with your grievance letter!