Who is a Displaced Person?

Generally, a displaced person under the URA is an individual, family, partnership, association, corporation, or organization, which moves from their home, business, or farm, or moves their personal property, as a direct result of acquisition, demolition or rehabilitation for a federally funded project. Displaced persons are eligible for relocation assistance under the URA.

Who is Not Displaced?

Generally, persons not displaced are not eligible for relocation assistance under the URA. Examples of persons not displaced include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Persons displaced temporarily from their dwelling for less than 12 months while it is being rehabilitated
  
  
• Illegal aliens; the URA prohibits providing relocation assistance to persons not lawfully present in the U.S.

The URA contains specific definitions of a "displaced person" and "persons not displaced." These definitions in addition to the HUD handbook should be used when making any determinations of relocation eligibility. When in doubt, grantees should contact their HUD Regional Relocation Specialist for assistance.

Where can you go to find more information about these displacement requirements?

You should consult 49 CFR 24.2(a)(9) and Chapter 1 of HUD Handbook 1378 for more guidance.