Implementation grants
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(a) Grants
The Secretary is authorized to make implementation grants to applicants for the purpose of carrying out homeownership programs approved under this part.
(b) Eligible activitiesImplementation grants may be used for activities to carry out homeownership programs (which may include programs for cooperative ownership), including the following activities:
(1)
Architectural and engineering work.
(2)
Acquisition of the property for the purpose of transferring ownership to eligible families in accordance with a homeownership program meeting the requirements of this part.
(3)
Rehabilitation of the property covered by the homeownership program, in accordance with standards established by the Secretary.
(4)
Abatement of lead-based paint hazards, as required by section 4822(a) of this title.
(5)
Administrative costs of the applicant, which may not exceed 15 percent of the amount of assistance provided under this section.
(6)
Counseling and training of homebuyers and homeowners under the homeownership program.
(7)
Relocation of eligible families who elect to move.
(8)
Any necessary temporary relocation of homebuyers during rehabilitation.
(9)
Legal fees.
(10)
Defraying costs for the ongoing training needs of the recipient that are related to developing and carrying out the homeownership program.