At The Urban Group, we specialize in comprehensive relocation consulting for affordable housing developers and housing authorities nationwide. Our services are designed to manage the complexities of tenant displacement caused by federally funded projects, such as major rehabilitation, demolition, or property acquisition.

Our expertise lies in ensuring full compliance with the

Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (URA) and all relevant federal and state regulations. We act as your strategic partner, navigating the intricate legal and ethical requirements of tenant displacement. Our goal is to minimize hardship for displaced residents while keeping your project on track and in full compliance.

• URA Compliance: Navigating the complexities of federal regulations is our core expertise. We ensure your project remains in full compliance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (URA) and all its implementing regulations, particularly 49 CFR Part 24. This ensures that tenants displaced by your project receive the required advisory services and financial assistance to help them find “decent, safe, and sanitary” replacement housing that is also affordable.

We also specialize in the unique requirements of Section 104(d) of the Housing and Community Development Act. This is especially critical for affordable housing projects that use federal funding. We help you meet all obligations, ensuring tenants receive the proper advisory services and financial assistance to help them find replacement housing. Our goal is to handle the complex process of tenant displacement and relocation, allowing you to focus on your project’s development.

• Relocation Plan Creation: We understand that a successful relocation begins with a meticulous plan. Our team works with you to develop a detailed relocation plan that outlines every step of the process. We establish a clear timeline, a realistic budget, and define the responsibilities for each phase of the project.

Our plans cover a wide range of tasks to ensure a seamless relocation, including:
– Tenant Interviews: Personally interviewing residents to determine their specific housing needs.
– Resource Identification: Providing information on available rental units or housing programs.
– Budgeting: Determining the correct amount of relocation payments, such as rental assistance or down-payment assistance.
– Documentation: Maintaining a clear, organized record of all notices, payments, and interactions with displaced tenants to ensure regulatory compliance.

By creating a comprehensive relocation plan, we help you manage the entire process, minimize disruptions, and ensure that all requirements are met on time and within budget.

• Advisory Services: We provide comprehensive advisory services to displaced tenants to ensure a smooth and supportive transition. Our team handles all communication directly with residents, acting as a compassionate and knowledgeable resource.

– Personalized Interviews: We conduct one-on-one interviews with residents to understand their specific housing needs, preferences, and concerns. We work to identify housing options that are “decent, safe, and sanitary” while remaining affordable.
– Housing Search Assistance: We provide tenants with a list of available rental units, homes for sale, or other housing programs to help them find a new home.
– Relocation Counseling: We offer counseling and support to help minimize the stress and hardship of relocation for every displaced person.

Our personalized approach helps us manage the complex process of tenant displacement and relocation, allowing you to focus on your project’s development.

• Tenant Advisory Services: We provide comprehensive advisory services to displaced tenants to ensure a smooth and supportive transition. Our team handles all communication directly with residents, acting as a compassionate and knowledgeable resource.

– Personalized Interviews: We conduct one-on-one interviews with residents to understand their specific housing needs, preferences, and concerns. We work to identify housing options that are “decent, safe, and sanitary” while remaining affordable.
– Housing Search Assistance: We provide tenants with a list of available rental units, homes for sale, or other housing programs to help them find a new home.
– Relocation Counseling: We offer counseling and support to help minimize the stress and hardship of relocation for every displaced person.

Our personalized approach helps us manage the complex process of tenant displacement and relocation, allowing you to focus on your project’s development.

• Documentation & Reporting: Maintaining clear, organized records is essential for regulatory compliance and audit readiness. We ensure every step of the relocation process is meticulously documented to protect your project and provide a transparent record of all activities. Our documentation process includes:

– Comprehensive Record Keeping: We maintain a detailed file for each displaced tenant, including copies of all notices, correspondence, and signed documents.
– Financial Tracking: We track all payments made, including rental assistance, down-payment assistance, and moving cost reimbursements, to ensure accurate financial reporting.
– Regulatory Compliance: We ensure that all documentation meets the specific requirements of the URA and other federal regulations, providing you with a complete and defensible record of your project’s compliance.

Our detailed reporting provides you with the peace of mind that all relocation activities are handled with the highest level of diligence and transparency.