MRVP NOTICE 2007-01
M E M O R A N D U M                 

TO:                  All Local Housing Agencies administering the
                        Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP)

FROM:           Carole E. Collins, Director
                        Bureau of Housing Management                         

SUBJECT:    Revised MRVP Income Limits for Determination of
                        Eligibility and Continued Occupancy

DATE:            March 5, 2007


Enclosed please find the revised Income Limits for the determination of Eligibility and Continued Occupancy for the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP).  These limits are effective April 1, 2007.

As you know, the MRVP income limits are based on 200% of the Federal Poverty Level adjusted for household size.  The Federal Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has published the new Federal Poverty Level Guidelines in the January 24, 2007 Federal Register, which are the basis for the revised income limits.

Local Housing Agencies must adopt the revised MRVP net income limits as shown on the enclosed chart.  The Board’s vote should be household size specific for all sizes, as shown.  Once a vote has been taken, please submit a copy to DHCD.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Charlie Vasiliades at (617) 573-1236.


MASSACHUSETTS  RENTAL  VOUCHER  PROGRAM ; ELIGIBILITY/INCOME  LIMITS; EFFECTIVE    APRIL 1,  2007

Number of Household Members: 1
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $20,420

Number of Household Members: 2
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $27,380

Number of Household Members: 3
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $34,340

Number of Household Members: 4
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $41,300

Number of Household Members: 5
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $48,260

Number of Household Members: 6
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $55,220

Number of Household Members: 7
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $62,180

Number of Household Members: 8
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $69,140

Number of Household Members: over 8
200% of Federally Established Poverty Level Standard for Massachusetts: $ Add $6,960 for each additional
 household member