OAR 813-138-0020: Permanent Supportive Housing Funding Availability and PSH Program Manual

(1) The Department has established the PSH Standards, Best Practices, and Program Manual to share the expectations and requirements for the PSH Program. In addition to funding for Rental Assistance and Comprehensive Tenancy Support Services, the Department may also offer development resources for new unit creation or rehabilitation when available. For all Department resources, the Department retains the right to establish minimum standards associated with eligibility. (2) Funding decisions may be made using the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) Affordable Rental Housing Division (ARH) Oregon Centralized Application (ORCA) Process as described in OAR 813-002-0005 through OAR 813-002-0055). The ORCA process may include additional priorities and requirements as determined appropriate by the Department. (3) Policies and program expectations are outlined in the PSH Standards, Best Practices, and Program Manual, dated July 2025, incorporated into and adopted as part of these administrative rules by reference. (4) PSH policy and program information is available online at the Department’s website. [ED. NOTE: To view attachments referenced in rule text, click here to view rule.]