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Oregon Bulletin

November 1, 2011

Oregon Housing and Community Services Department
Chapter 813

Rule Caption: Amends rules to reflect program requirements, industry standards and ensures consistency with statutory requirements.

Adm. Order No.: OHCS 8-2011(Temp)

Filed with Sec. of State: 9-30-2011

Certified to be Effective: 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

Notice Publication Date:

Rules Amended: 813-020-0005, 813-020-0020, 813-020-0025, 813-020-0035, 813-020-0045, 813-020-0060, 813-020-0070, 813-020-0045

Rules Suspended: 813-020-0010, 813-020-0015, 813-020-0016, 813-020-0033

Rules Ren. & Amend: 813-020-0017 to 813-020-0021, 813-020-0030 to 813-020-0022, 813-020-0040 to 813-020-0046, 813-020-0041 to 813-020-0047, 813-020-0042 to 813-020-0048, 813-020-0032 to 813-020-0049, 813-020-0024 to 813-020-0054, 813-020-0050 to 813-020-0056, 813-020-0051 to 813-020-0057

Subject: These rules have been reviewed for statutory compliance and are intended to reflect the operation of the program. In many cases, rules have been renumbered for ease and clarity of the rules.

813-020-0005 Clarifies the purpose and objectives of the rules.

813-020-0010 The definitions for the rules will be centralized in the department’s general and procedural rules. This rule has been repealed.

813-020-0015 This rule is repealed as this information is procedural and is contained within the Program’s Procedural Guide.

813-020-0020 Amendments clarify the purpose and objective of the rules. Repealed language is procedural and is contained within the Program’s Procedural Guide.

813-020-0017 (Renumbered to 813-020-0021) –Amendments clarify the purpose and objective of the rules.

813-020-0030 (Renumbered to 813-020-0022) - Amendments are intended for clarification of the program requirements.

813-020-0025 Clarifies when a loan is eligible for purchase under the program.

813-020-0033 This rule will be repealed. The information is procedural and is contained within the Program’s Procedural Guide.

813-020-0035 Amendments are intended to be clarification for the eligibility criteria for residences to participate in the program.

813-020-0045 Amendments are intended to be clarification on lender action on a loan application for the program.

813-020-0040 (Renumbered to 813-020-0046) Amendments include an adjustment of the loan amount for when mortgage insurance may be required.

813-020-0041 (Renumbered for 813-020-0047) Clarifies the requirement for title insurance for loans under the program.

813-020-0042 (Renumbered to 813-020-0048) This rule clarifies the requirement for hazard insurance for loans under the program.

813-020-0032 (Renumbered to 813-020-0040) This rule clarifies the permission use and requirements for property financed by the program.

813-020-0024 (Renumbered to 813-020-0054) Amendments clarify when and the requirements for a borrower to transfer ownership in a property financed by program funds.

813-020-0050 (Renumbered to 813-020-0056) Amendments to these rules clarify approved servicers that may participate under the program.

813-020-0051 (Renumbered to 813-020-0057) Amendments are generally administrative in nature and are intended for clarification.

813-020-0060 Amendments serve to provide clarification and reference to specific regulations that are applicable for qualifications as a “Special Purpose Credit Program.”

813-020-0070 Amendments to this rule are intended to clarify any federal eligibility requirements pertinent to participation in the program.

Rules Coordinator: Sandy McDonnell—(503) 986-2012

813-020-0005

Purpose and Objectives

The rules of OAR chapter 813, division 20 establish and implement the Single-Family Mortgage Program. Under the program, the Department purchases loans issued by lenders for acquisition of single family homes in order to encourage and assist moderate- and lower-income persons in Oregon to purchase, improve and rehabilitate owner-occupied new and existing residential housing.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0010

Definitions

(1) All terms are used in OAR 813, division 20, as defined in the Act, and as provided in 813-005-0005 and herein.

(2) As used in these Rules, unless otherwise indicated by the context: “Income” means the total of the annualized gross household income, from any source and before taxes and withholding, of all non-minor persons who will reside in the Single-Family Residence.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 9-1981, f. & ef. 8-27-81; 1HD 7-1982(Temp), f. & ef. 9-20-82; 1HD 9-1982, f. & ef. 11-10-82; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Suspended by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0015

Allocation of Funds to Approved Lenders

Under the Single-Family Mortgage Program, the Department may rely on a commitment system or a first-come first-served reservation system to solicit and monitor participation by Approved Lenders when funds become available from proceeds of Bonds or other sources. The Department solicits commitment requests or participation in the Program by Approved Lenders when the Department determines that the Single-Family Mortgage Program will serve to carry out the purposes of the Act and funds may be available.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 90.800 - 90.840, 91.886, 183, 456.515 - 456.723 & 458.210 - 458.650

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 3-1979, f. & ef. 6-29-79; 1HD 8-1982, f. & ef. 10-18-82; 1HD 9-1982, f. & ef. 11-10-82; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; Suspended by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0016

Commitment System

Under the commitment system, the Department shall solicit commitment requests by mailing a commitment invitation form to each Approved Lender at the address listed in the records of the Department. The Department shall seek commitment requests before the sale of Bonds or when funds are otherwise expected to become available.

(1) The commitment invitation form shall specify the terms on which the Department will accept commitment requests from Approved Lenders, including:

(a) The minimum commitment amount, if any, which Approved Lenders may request;

(b) The maximum interest rate applicable to Program Loans under the commitment;

(c) The price the Department shall pay for such Program Loans and the origination fees, discounts, appraisal fees, inspection fees, sales fees, and other expenses which may be charged in connection with Program Loan origination;

(d) The period during which the Department will purchase Program Loans;

(e) The commitment fee the Department shall charge Approved Lenders in connection with the commitment requests;

(f) The servicing fees the Department shall pay for Program Loan servicing; and

(g) Such other similar terms as the Department may deem advisable. The Department shall consider:

(A) The cost of borrowing the funds required to carry out the Program;

(B) The costs associated with reserving funds to purchase Program Loans;

(D) The interest rates the Department estimates Eligible Borrowers are able to pay when purchasing Single-Family Residences;

(E) The availability and cost to Eligible Borrowers of alternative borrowing sources; and

(F) Other similar factors the Department considers appropriate to increase the availability of funds for Eligible Borrowers to purchase Single-Family Residences, and to ensure the security for and the ability of the State to repay the Bonds.

(2) The Department may accept commitment requests as specified in the commitment invitation form. If the Department does not accept any request, the Approved Lender shall be notified promptly.

(3)(a) The Department shall allocate funds, taking into account the following factors:

(A) Geographic area of the Approved Lender’s residential lending;

(B) Other participants in the area;

(D) Availability of funds to the Department;

(E) Prior experience with the Approved Lender; and

(F) Participation by the Approved Lender in previous Programs.

(b) No allocation to an Approved Lender shall exceed the amount for which the Approved Lender applied, but may be less than the amount requested. The Department’s allocation of funds shall be conclusive. However, an Approved Lender may assign funds to another Approved Lender with the Department’s written consent.

(4) To assure that Approved Lenders perform their obligations under commitments entered into with the Department and to defray costs associated with processing and administering commitment requests and commitments, the Department may establish commitment fees in connection with commitment requests under the Single-Family Mortgage Program. The Department may refund a portion of the commitment fee as Program Loans are purchased. If the Department allocates an amount less than the commitment requested by an Approved Lender, the Department shall return a pro rata portion of the commitment fee to the Approved Lender.

(5) Disbursements under the commitment shall be subject to availability of Bond proceeds or other funds. Thereafter, the Department shall disburse funds to purchase Program Loans as specified in the commitment invitation form and the Program’s Procedural Guide.

(6) The Approved Lender shall submit the Program Loan, related documents and a submission report for the Department’s review before loan purchase. The purchase of any Program Loan is subject to the legal, sufficient and proper form of the loan documents, and adequate evidence the Program Loan satisfies all the criteria provided in the Act, the Program Rules and the Program’s Procedural Guide.

(7) Approved Lenders shall report periodically during the commitment term. If, in the judgment of the Department, the Approved Lender will not use the amount of the commitment within the commitment period, the Department may reallocate the remaining balance.

[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 3-1979, f. & ef. 6-29-79; 1HD 8-1982, f. & ef. 10-18-82; 1HD 9-1982, f. & ef. 11-10-82; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Suspended by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0020

Approved Lenders

(1) A bank, savings bank or other financial institution that is authorized under the laws of a state or of the United States to engage in the business of making secured loans for residential housing may apply to become a lender under the Single Family Mortgage Program. An applicant shall submit to the Department:

(a) An application in the form prescribed by the Department;

(b) An opinion by the counsel of the applicant regarding the power and authority of the applicant to enter into a loan purchase agreement with the Department;

(d) The most recent audited financial statements of the applicant;

(e) Documentation evidencing the applicant’s bond and insurance coverage; and

(f) An application charge in an amount established by the Department for its costs of evaluation and administration.

(2) An applicant may qualify as a lender under the program if the Department determines that the applicant:

(a) Makes loans for single family residences in the regular, usual and normal course of its business;

(b) Has the capability and resources to originate loans under the program in a sound and professional manner; and

(c) Has or will have a valid and binding contract with a loan servicer approved by the Department under OAR 813-020-0050.

(3) A determination by the Department under section (2) of this rule is subject to the Department’s consideration of factors that include but are not limited to the following:

(a) The number and experience of employees available to originate program loans;

(b) The applicant’s financial capability to originate program loans;

(c) The applicant’s qualification as a seller or servicer for the Federal National Mortgage Association, the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation or the Federal Housing Administration, or as a “Special Lender” under the federal Servicemen’s Readjustment Act;

(d) Whether the applicant’s deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; and

(e) The applicant’s reputation, experience and performance in the area of residential lending and any other area of the applicant’s business.

(4) Before a lender that is qualified by the Department under section (2) of this rule may make a program loan, the lender shall enter into an agreement with the Department providing for the manner and terms of sale of program loans, according to a standard form prescribed by the Department.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.625

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 3-1979, f. & ef. 6-29-79; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0021

Reservation System

(1) A lender approved by the Department under OAR 813-020-0020 may apply to the Department for a reservation of Department funds with which the Department may purchase a loan made by the lender under the Single Family Mortgage Program. A lender applies for a reservation by submitting to the Department the name of the applicant for the loan, the address of the property to which the loan applies, the amount of the loan, the acquisition cost and any other information and documents requested by the Department.

(2) Program loan funds are reserved on a first-come first-served loan by loan basis, except that the Department may also move to the list of approved loan reservations a reservation from a list of standby reservations established by the Department whenever a reservation approved by the Department is cancelled by a lender.

(3) A lender may assign a reservation approved by the Department to another lender approved by the Department if both lenders consent to the assignment in writing and if the Department authorizes the assignment.

(4) A lender shall report and confirm to the Department for each reservation, on a regular basis established by the Department, all of the following information:

(a) The name of the borrower;

(b) The address of the property to which the loan applies;

(d) The date on which the loan was cancelled or the dates on which the loan was approved and closed.

[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.640

Hist.: HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Renumbered from 813-020-0017 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0022

Eligible Borrowers

(1) A person is eligible to receive a loan under the Single Family Mortgage Program if, on the dates of application and loan closing:

(a) The total of the annualized gross household income, from any source and before taxes and withholding, of all non-minor persons who will reside in the single family residence to which the loan applies does not exceed the applicable income limit established by the Department and by the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended;

(b) The person:

(A) Is a resident or intends to be a resident of Oregon;

(B) In good faith intends to occupy the single-family residence as a permanent principal residence;

(D) Has a credit standing acceptable to the Department;

(E) Agrees that any other residential property owned by the person will be sold by the time of closing; and

(F) Meets applicable requirements established by Section 143 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended and as described in OAR 813-020-0070, if the program loan is to be made from the proceeds of bonds sold after September 15, 1982.

(2) A loan under the program is also subject to the following provisions:

(a) The application for the loan must be processed according to the rules of this division;

(b) The acquisition cost may not exceed the limit established by the Department and in effect when the loan application is made; and

(c) An applicant for a loan may not have held a present ownership interest in a principal residence at any time within the three years immediately preceding the date of the loan application unless the residence is located within a targeted area as designated under OAR 813-020-0070.

(3) Subject to OAR 813-020-0045 regarding a lender’s refusal of a program loan, a lender shall determine the applicant’s qualifications to be a borrower under the program.

(4) If a program loan is insured by the Federal Housing Administration or a Qualified Mortgage Insurer or guaranteed by the Veterans’ Administration or USDA Rural Development, the Department authorizes the lender to accept approval by such a federal agency or a qualified mortgage insurer as satisfactory evidence of the creditworthiness of the applicant. In all other instances, a lender must determine the acceptability of the applicant’s credit standing after thoroughly evaluating the applicant’s credit, taking into account such factors as:

(a) The ratio between the applicant’s stable monthly income and estimated housing expenses, including repayment of the program loan and any secondary housing debt financing;

(b) The ratio between the applicant’s stable monthly income and the estimated monthly payments on all indebtedness of the applicant, including the program loan;

(c) The applicant’s ability to accumulate wealth, including funds needed for down payment and closing costs on the program loan;

(d) The history of the applicant’s previous ability to meet debt service requirements; and

(e) Any other factors commonly considered by prudent institutional mortgage investors, such as prior bankruptcy of the applicant, history of slow payments on previous obligations, job tenure, frequent changes of residence and the existence of lawsuits, judgments or foreclosures involving the applicant.

[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 3-1979, f. & ef. 6-29-79; 1HD 15-1980, f. & ef. 12-4-80; 1HD 9-1981, f. & ef. 8-27-81; 1HD 7-1982(Temp), f. & ef. 9-20-82; 1HD 9-1982, f. & ef. 11-10-82; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; 1HD 17-1984, f. 12-31-84, ef. 1-1-85; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Renumbered from 813-020-0030 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0025

Program Loans

(1) A loan under the Single-Family Mortgage Program is eligible for purchase by the Department:

(a) If the borrower holds title to the single-family residence in fee simple or in another form of ownership acceptable to the Department; and

(b) If the loan:

(A) Meets to the satisfaction of the Department the requirements in the purchase agreement between the Department and the lender;

(B) Has a final maturity at least fifteen and not more than forty years from the date of its making;

(C) Is secured by a first lien deed of trust granted by the borrower on the single-family residence financed by the loan; and

(D) Is made solely to finance the purchase, construction or purchase and rehabilitation of an existing or newly constructed single-family residence for use as the permanent, principal residence of the borrower.

(2) A loan may not be made under the program to refinance an existing loan unless the existing loan is a temporary loan with a loan term of 24 months or less for constructing or rehabilitating a single-family residence. The temporary loan also must have been made on or after the commencement date of the commitment term during which the program loan is sold to the Department. If a program loan is made to refinance such a loan, the lender shall certify to the Department that construction or rehabilitation has been satisfactorily completed before the delivery of the program loan for purchase.

(3) A lender may execute a program loan with a borrower only on forms approved by the Department and in a manner satisfactory to the Department. The forms must prescribe program loan requirements regarding insurance, escrow payments, late charges, deficiencies, defaults, priority of liens and similar matters.

(4) The Department may purchase a program loan with a graduated or other payment schedule based on criteria established by the Department.

(5) A program loan is subject to prepayment at the Department’s option if at any time the borrower does not reside in the residence financed by the program loan but remains the owner of the residence, or if the lender or Department determines that the borrower was ineligible at the time the loan was made.

(6) To establish the interest rate for a program loan, the Department shall consider the rates of interest on the bonds, prevailing rates for similar loans and the ability of borrowers under the program to afford such rates.

(7) The original principal amount of a program loan and any secondary financing may not exceed 97 percent of property value unless the program loan is insured by the Federal Housing Administration or a qualified mortgage insurer, or guaranteed by the Veterans’ Administration or USDA Rural Development. Property value must be calculated on the lesser of the purchase price of the property or its appraised value.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 3-1979, f. & ef. 6-29-79; 1HD 9-1981, f. & ef. 8-27-81; 1HD7-1982(Temp), f. & ef. 9-20-82; 1HD 9-1982, f. & ef. 11-10-82; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0033

Program Loans After Foreclosure

(1) The Department may finance Program Loans for Eligible Borrowers to purchase properties acquired by the Department through foreclosure or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure. Such Program Loans shall bear the interest rate of the original Program Loan on the property financed. Except as provided in section (2) of this rule, such Program Loans shall meet all requirements of the Program rules and the Program’s Procedural Guide.

(2) The Department may waive the provisions of OAR 813-020-0030(1)(b) as necessary to allow Program Loans for the sale of property acquired by the Department through foreclosure or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure. The Department shall make such waiver only when a waiver is required to effect timely disposition of the property acquired, and to ensure the ability of the State to repay the Bonds. A Program Loan made pursuant to such waiver shall have a final maturity not less than five years and not more than 40 years from the date of its making.

[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]

Stat. Auth.: ORS 90.800 - 90.840, 91.886, 183, 456.515 - 456.723 & 458.210 - 458.650

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.625

Hist.: 1HD 6-1983, f. & ef. 9-8-83; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; Suspended by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0035

Eligible Single-Family Residences

(1) A residence is eligible for a loan from the Single-Family Mortgage Program if:

(a) The residence is located in Oregon;

(b) The residence is structurally sound and functionally adequate;

(d) The residence conforms with all applicable zoning requirements, building codes and similar requirements; and

(e) The acquisition cost, including any deferred, indirect or nonmonetary consideration other than labor of the borrower and the borrower’s family, and the appraised value of the residence do not exceed limits established by the Department under this rule.

(2) In addition to the requirements of section (1) of this rule:

(a) If the loan on a residence includes proceeds of bonds sold after September 15, 1982, a residence is eligible for a program loan only if no more than 15 percent of the total living area of the residence is of a character that is subject to being rented for or used in the operation of a trade or business conducted on any part of the land or improvements, thereby qualifying the use as a deduction for federal income tax purposes under Section 280A of the Internal Revenue Code.

(b) If a residence to which this rule applies is a part of a condominium or planned unit development, the eligibility of the residence for a program loan is subject to a determination by the Department whether granting the loan would result in an excessive percentage of units in the condominium or development that are financed by program loans.

(3) For the purpose of this rule, a determination by the Department of limits on:

(a) The acquisition cost of a residence is subject to consideration of the following factors:

(A) The cost and condition of housing within the state;

(B) Income levels established for the program;

(D) Reasonable down payment requirements.

(b) The appraised value of a residence is subject to limits established by the Department and to consideration of the following factors:

(A) The cost and condition of housing within the state;

(B) The market value of such housing, assuming arms’-length sales transactions;

(D) The effect of the limits on the lender’s ability to originate program loans; and

(E) The effect of the limits on the security of program loans.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620 & ORS 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

813-020-0045

Lender Action on Loan Application

(1) A lender shall proceed in good faith to process a loan application under the Single Family Mortgage Program and shall make the program loan if the lender determines that:

(a) Loan funds are available;

(b) The application is complete;

(c) The application appears to comply with the rules of this division and the terms of the applicable loan agreement; and

(d) The applicant appears to be a borrower who is eligible for a loan under OAR 813-020-0030.

(2) A person who is refused a program loan by a lender may demand of the lender, in writing, a written explanation of the specific reasons for the refusal. The lender shall comply with the demand not later than the 30th day after the date on which the lender receives the demand.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

813-020-0046

Mortgage Insurance

If the amount of a loan under the Single-Family Mortgage Program is greater than 80 percent of the original acquisition cost or, if lower, its value according to an appraisal acceptable to the Department, the borrower shall obtain and maintain in force mortgage insurance or a guarantee of the program loan by a qualified mortgage insurer. The following requirements apply to the mortgage insurance policy or guarantee:

(1) The policy must be in effect at the time of sale of the Program Loan to the Department;

(2) The Department must be named as the mortgagee insured or guaranteed; and

(3) The amount, terms and extent of coverage of the insurance or guaranty must meet the requirements of the indenture of trust and the bond indenture declaration governing the bonds used for the acquisition of the residence as determined by the Department to provide reasonable security against loss in the event of default.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Renumbered from 813-020-0040 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0047

Title Insurance

A loan under the Single-Family Mortgage Program must be covered by a title insurance policy issued in American Land Title Association (ALTA) form by a title insurance company authorized to transact insurance in Oregon by the Department of Consumer and Business Services. All of the following requirements apply to a title insurance policy under this rule:

(1) The amount of coverage of the policy must be at least equal to the outstanding principal balance of the program loan.

(2) The benefits of the policy must run to the Department, as either named insured or assignee.

(3) The policy may not be subject to any exceptions or conditions other than those previously approved by:

(a) The Department;

(b) The federal Department insuring or guaranteeing the loan, if any; or

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Renumbered from 813-020-0041 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0048

Hazard Insurance

A borrower under the Single-Family Mortgage Program must carry hazard insurance on the residence financed by the program loan that meets the requirements of the loan agreement. The hazard insurance must be in effect at the time the program loan is made, and must remain in effect for the term of the program loan.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; Renumbered from 813-020-0042 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0049

Permissible Use of Property Financed by a Program Loan

(1) A borrower under the Single-Family Mortgage Program shall continuously occupy the single-family residence financed by the program loan as the borrower’s permanent and principal residence during the time the borrower has the program loan, except under the conditions specified in section (2) of this rule. Prior to repayment of the program loan or prior to assumption of the loan when the Department allows assumption, the borrower may not sell, transfer or otherwise dispose of the single-family residence and may not be a party to any formal or informal arrangement to sell, transfer or otherwise dispose of the residence.

(2) A borrower under the program may not vacate, rent or agree to rent the single-family residence during the term of the program loan unless the borrower requests and receives permission from the loan servicer and, if the servicer requires, from the Department. Permission must be based upon the determination of the servicer, and of the Department when the Department’s permission is requested, that one of the following conditions applies:

(a) The borrower is making a good faith effort to sell the residence or refinance the program loan; or

(b) The circumstances causing the borrower to move out of the residence are beyond the borrower’s control, including but not limited to any of the following or substantially similar circumstances:

(A) The borrower or the borrower’s spouse is drafted into military service;

(B) The borrower or the borrower’s spouse is involuntarily transferred by an employer on a temporary basis;

(C) The borrower or the borrower’s spouse becomes disabled and needs medical rehabilitation, and consequently cannot live in the residence; or

(D) The borrower or the borrower’s spouse must move to finish an educational degree requirement and has taken a temporary leave of absence from employment.

(3) For a determination whether a circumstance under section (2) of this rule applies, the loan servicer or the Department may require evidence from the borrower of continuing sales or refinancing efforts or of the specific circumstances asserted.

(4) A borrower shall submit a request under section (2) of this rule in writing to the loan servicer, and to the Department if the loan servicer requires the Department’s permission, one month before the borrower vacates or rents the residence. The borrower may request permission to rent or vacate the residence for a period of time not to exceed one year, and may request additional one-year extensions. Permission to rent or vacate or to extend is subject to a determination by the loan servicer, and by the Department if the Department also granted permission, that the condition under section (2) of this rule as asserted by the borrower continues to apply. A borrower must submit a request for extension to the servicer, and to the Department when applicable, before the approved period ends.

(5) If a program loan was made from the proceeds of bonds sold after September 15, 1982, the principal residence requirements of Section 143 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, apply instead of the principal residence requirement under this rule. A borrower must submit evidence satisfactory to the Department that the borrower will comply with federal residence requirements.

(6) A borrower who does not comply with a provision of this rule is subject at any time and without notice to acceleration of all payments due under the program loan and to any other remedy or civil penalty allowable by law.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 15-1980, f. & ef. 12-4-80; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Renumbered from 813-020-0032 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0054

Change of Ownership; Assumptions by Substitution of Liability for a Program Loan

(1) A borrower under the Single-Family Mortgage program may transfer ownership of property financed by a program loan pursuant to an assumption if the Department determines prior to the transfer that the assumption results in a substitution of liability and the purchaser is eligible to be a borrower under OAR 813-020-0030. The assumption may be made subject to the terms of the existing loan without an interest rate increase. An assumption under this section is also subject to the following provisions:

(a) The application for the assumption must be processed according to the rules of this division, and applicable terms of the agreement between the loan servicer and the Department;

(b) The acquisition cost may not exceed the limit established by the Department and in effect at the time the assumption application is made if the original program loan was made from the proceeds of bonds sold after September 15, 1982;

(c) An applicant for an assumption may not have held a present ownership interest in a principal residence at any time within the three years immediately preceding the date of the assumption unless:

(A) The original program loan was made from the proceeds of bonds sold on or before September 15, 1982; or

(B) The residence is located within a targeted area as designated under OAR 813-020-0070; and

(d) The borrower must have an annualized gross household income that does not exceed certain limits established by the Department in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

(2) An assumption under this rule is not subject to a minimum down payment requirement if no secondary financing is involved in the transaction. If any part of a down payment is to be provided by secondary financing, the purchaser shall make at least a five percent down payment from liquid assets or cash equity, calculated on the current purchase price of the residence to which the assumption applies. Secondary financing under this section must amortize over a specified period and may not provide for a balloon payment.

(3) A loan servicer may collect fees on an assumption under this rule as follows:

(a) The servicer may collect a nonrefundable assumption application fee. The fee, including the credit report fee, may not exceed $150. If the assumption is denied, the loan servicer may retain the portion of the fee not applied to the costs of the credit report. If the assumption is approved, the loan servicer shall apply the portion not applied to the costs of the credit report as a credit to the processing fee allowed under subsection (b) of this section.

(b) The servicer may charge a fee for processing an assumption. The fee on a conventional loan may be one percent of the loan balance or $400, whichever is greater, but may not exceed the customary fees charged in the geographic area for assumptions on mortgage loans owned by private lenders. The processing fee on a loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) may not exceed the usual and customary fees allowed. A fee charged under this subsection must be commensurate with the work on the loan by the servicer.

(4) A loan servicer for an assumption under this rule shall make any necessary disclosures, ensure that all insurance policies reflect the new ownership and take any action necessary to continue the benefits of the mortgage insurance or guaranty without interruption.

(5) An assumption transaction must retain the Department’s original loan number.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD3-1981, f. & ef. 1-30-81; 1HD 11-1981, f. & ef. 10-5-81; 1HD 7-1982(Temp), f. & ef. 9-20-82; 1HD 9-1982, f. & ef. 11-10-82; 1HD 1-1984, f. & ef. 1-3-84; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; 1HD 16-1984, f. 12-31-84, ef. 1-1-85; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Renumbered from 813-020-0024 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0056

Approved Servicers

(1) A bank, savings bank or other financial institution that is authorized under the laws of a state or of the United States to engage in the business of servicing loans for residential housing may apply to become a loan servicer under the Single-Family Mortgage Program by submitting the following to the Department:

(a) An application in the form prescribed by the Department;

(b) An opinion by the counsel of the applicant regarding the power and authority of the applicant to enter into a loan servicing agreement with the Department;

(d) The most recent audited financial statements of the applicant;

(e) Documentation evidencing bond and insurance coverage;

(f) An application charge in an amount established by the Department for its costs of evaluation and administration; and

(g) Documentation indicating the volume of residential loans produced by the applicant’s mortgage lending offices in Oregon.

(2) An applicant under section (1) of this rule must demonstrate to the Department’s satisfaction that:

(a) One of the applicant’s principal functions is servicing loans secured by residential real estate;

(b) Such servicing is a customary and regular business activity of the applicant;

(c) The applicant is qualified to engage in servicing mortgage loans for the Federal National Mortgage Association or the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation and is, if required, a mortgagee approved by the Federal Housing Administration or Veterans’ Administration;

(d) The applicant deposits funds to accounts in depositories that comply with the requirements of ORS 295.002, 295.005, 295.015 to 295.018 and 295.205 and that are insured to the full extent legally possible by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or other similar federal insuring Department; and

(e) The applicant will maintain servicing facilities adequately staffed with trained personnel familiar with all rules, regulations and requirements pertaining to or affecting program loans.

(3) An applicant may service program loans if the Department determines that an applicant is qualified to service program loans and if the applicant enters into an agreement with the Department to service program loans according to a standard form prescribed by the Department.

(4) A program loan servicer may assign program loan servicing to another servicer upon written approval by the Department.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 3-1979, f. & ef. 6-29-79; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 5-1990, f. & cert. ef. 5-2-90; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Renumbered from 813-020-0050 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0057

Program Loan Servicing

(1) A program loan servicer shall service a loan under the Single-Family Mortgage Program in accordance with the servicing agreement and the rules of this division.

(2) A program loan servicer shall charge for loan servicing according to uniform servicing rates established by the Department that are based on the estimated costs of servicing program loans and prevailing rates for similar services.

(3) For the term of a program loan, the borrower shall make monthly escrow payments for real estate property taxes and assessments, hazard insurance premiums and, if necessary, mortgage insurance premiums, except as otherwise provided in the terms of the loan agreement. A program loan servicer may pay interest on program loan escrow reserve accounts at its option.

(4) Upon approval by the Department, a program loan servicer may take one or more actions to protect the Department’s security in a residence financed by a program loan. The actions may include but are not limited to the following:

(a) Loan modification;

(b) Property maintenance and repair;

(d) Representation of the Department’s interest in bankruptcy proceedings.

(5) If a program loan servicer fails to comply with the Department’s servicing, reporting or remittance requirements, the Department may assess a penalty or may terminate the servicing agreement.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 14, f. & ef. 10-3-77; 1HD 3-1979, f. & ef. 6-29-79; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; Renumbered from 813-020-0051 by OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0060

Qualifications as a “Special Purpose Credit Program”

The Single-Family Mortgage Program is meant to and does benefit an economically disadvantaged class of persons. As such, the Department establishes the program as a “special purpose credit program” to satisfy the requirements of Interpretation Section 202.8(a)(1) of Regulation B of the Federal Equal Credit Opportunity Act. (U.S.C. 15, Chapter 41, Subchapter 4, Paragraph 6091.)

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 1-1980, f. & ef. 2-21-80; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-020-0070

Federal Eligibility Requirements

(1) Section 143 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, requires the Department to meet the following requirements for each loan made under the Single-Family Mortgage Program in order to preserve the federal tax exemption for bonds issued to finance program loans:

(a) The residence financed by a program loan must be used as a qualifying principal residence by the borrower;

(b) A person who has held a present ownership interest in a principal residence at any time within the three years preceding the date of a loan closing may not obtain a program loan except as authorized in sections (2) and (3) of this rule;

(c) The acquisition cost of a residence financed by a program loan may not exceed the limits established by the Department pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended for new and existing Single-Family Residences;

(d) Only a new mortgage may be financed, except as provided in OAR 813-020-0025(2); and

(e) A borrower must have an annualized gross household income that does not exceed limits established by the Department in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended; and

(f) The assumption of a program loan is prohibited unless each person assuming the loan meets the requirements of this section.

(2) A lender may approve a program loan to a person who has held a present ownership interest in a principal residence at any time within the preceding three years subject to a determination by the Department that takes into account the federal restrictions on the aggregate dollar volume of such loans for a specific commitment and the circumstances of the prior ownership. The Department may give preference to applicants who have lost prior ownership interests involuntarily, as through divorce settlements, eminent domain proceedings or similar circumstances.

(3) In certain Targeted Areas, a higher maximum Acquisition Cost may be applicable and the limitation with respect to prior home ownership does not apply. Certain census tract areas are designated as Targeted Areas by Section 143 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. The Department may apply for approval of additional or revised Targeted Areas after considering certain statutory variables. In designating such areas, the Department shall solicit requests from all cities within the state, and apply certain criteria specified by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for such purpose to other urban and non-urban areas. The Department shall submit its findings for approval by the Secretary of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Secretary of the United States Treasury. The Department shall retain a current list of designated Targeted Areas.

(4) The Department is required to establish procedures that ensure compliance with applicable requirements of Section 143 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Any failure to meet these requirements shall be corrected within a reasonable time. The Department shall grant no exceptions or waivers unless allowed by federal law.

(5)(a) When authorized by federal law, the Department may elect to credit certain amounts that may become available to its eligible borrowers, rather than to the United States Treasury. The Department shall periodically determine the overall amounts subject to credit. The Department shall distribute any credits in compliance with federal law, taking into consideration such factors as the security of its bonds, the ability of borrowers to repay program loans, fluctuations in market interest rates and other factors that may affect the Department’s ability to achieve its purpose and objectives.

(b) When required by federal law, the Department shall calculate and rebate certain amounts, if any, to the United States Treasury.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 456.620, 456.625, 456.635 & 456.640

Hist.: 1HD 7-1982(Temp), f. & ef. 9-20-82; 1HD 9-1982, f. & ef. 11-10-82; 1HD 9-1984, f. & ef. 9-4-84; HSG 3-1989(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 6-8-89; HSG 10-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-3-89; HSG 2-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 8-7-91; HSG 8-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-23-91; HSG 4-1995, f. & cert. ef. 9-28-95; OHCS 8-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

Rule Caption: Amends rules to reflect program requirements, industry standards and ensures consistency with statutory requirements.

Adm. Order No.: OHCS 9-2011(Temp)

Filed with Sec. of State: 9-30-2011

Certified to be Effective: 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

Notice Publication Date:

Rules Adopted: 813-044-0055

Rules Amended: 813-044-0000, 813-044-0030, 813-044-0040, 813-044-0050

Rules Suspended: 813-044-0010, 813-044-0020, 813-044-0060

813-044-0000 Clarifies the purpose and objectives of the rules.

813-044-0010 The definitions for the rules will be centralized in the department’s general and procedural rules. This rule has been repealed.

813-044-0020 This rule is repealed as this information is procedural and is contained within the Program’s Procedural Guide.

813-044-0030 Amendments provide clarification on how funds will be distributed.

813-044-0040 The amendments provide clarification on the application procedure and requirements for an organization applying for a grant from the program. Language has been included to reflect that supplemental application charges shall be paid by an organization that requests additional resources.

813-044-0050 Provides clarification regarding the department’s consideration of individual proposals and the use of competitive funds.

813-044-0055 This new rule outlines the requirements for an organization that receives a grant under the program.

813-044-0060 These rules will be repealed. Clarifies when a loan is eligible for purchase under the program.

Rules Coordinator: Sandy McDonnell—(503) 986-2012

813-044-0000

Purpose and Objectives

The rules of OAR chapter 813 division 44 establish the Home Ownership Assistance Program in order to implement the purposes of the Home Ownership Assistance Account of the Oregon Housing Fund described in ORS 458.655.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 458.620, 458.625 & 458.655

Hist.: HSG 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-15-96; OHCS 4-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-22-09; OHCS 9-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-044-0010

Definitions

All words and terms are used in OAR chapter 813, division 44, as defined in the Act, and as provided in 813-005-0005 and herein. As used in these rules, unless the context indicates otherwise:

(1) “Account” means the Home Ownership Assistance Account of the Oregon Housing Fund.

(2) “Council” means the State Housing Council established in ORS 456.567.

(3) “Department” means Housing and Community Services Department established under ORS 456.555.

(4) “In-Kind Contribution” means a supportive project contribution other than cash. In-Kind Contributions include, but are not limited to, office equipment, working space, office supplies, staff time, telephone, support staff time, auto use, donated project materials or labor, and non-Board volunteer time.

(5) “Low Income” means individuals or households that receive more than 50 percent and not more than 80 percent of the median family income for the area, subject to adjustment for areas with unusually high or low incomes or housing costs, all as determined by the council based on information from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

(6) “Minority” means an individual:

(a) Who has origins in one of the black racial groups of Africa but who is not Hispanic;

(b) Who is of Hispanic culture or origin;

(c) Who has origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent or the Pacific Islands; or

(d) Who is an American Indian or Alaskan Native having origins in one of the original peoples of North America.

(7) “Organization” means a:

(a) Nonprofit corporation established under ORS chapter 65;

(b) Housing authority established under ORS 456.055 to 456.235; or

(8) “Persons with disabilities” means persons with handicaps described in 42 U.S.C. 3602(h).

(9) “Project” means the deliverables submitted by the Organization in response to the application form and process prescribed by the Department

(10) “Very Low Income” means Individuals or households that receive 50 percent or less of the median family income for the area, subject to adjustment for areas with unusually high or low incomes or housing costs, all as determined by the Council based on information from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 458.600 - 458.655

Stats. Implemented: ORS 458.610

Hist.: HSG 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-15-96; OHCS 4-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-22-09; Suspended by OHCS 9-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-044-0020

Purpose of Home Ownership Assistance Program

(1) The Department shall provide grants from Account revenue subject to the availability of funds and limitations otherwise prescribed by law for any or all of the following purposes:

(a) To aid low income home ownership programs, including program administration, in purchasing land, providing assistance with down payment costs which includes closing costs, or providing home ownership training and qualification services or any combination thereof. Funds may not be used by an organization to pay for its general operations or to pay for more than 25 percent of construction or rehabilitation costs per project;

(b) To match public and private moneys available from other sources for purposes of the provision of Low or Very Low Income home ownership housing.

(2) Eligible applicants are Organizations that both sponsor and manage low and/or very low income home ownership programs.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 458.600 - 458.655

Stats. Implemented: ORS 458.625

Hist.: HSG 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-15-96; OHCS 4-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-22-09; Suspended by OHCS 9-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-044-0030

Distribution of Funds

The amount of a maximum program award to an organization under the Home Ownership Assistance Account is subject to determination by the State Housing Council.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555 & 458.600 - 458.655

Stats. Implemented: ORS 458.625, 458.620 & 458.655

Hist.: HSG 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-15-96; OHCS 4-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-22-09; OHCS 9-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-044-0040

Application Procedure and Requirements

(1) An organization may apply for a grant from the Home Ownership Assistance Account under ORS 458.655 if the organization:

(a) Is a nonprofit corporation established under ORS Chapter 65, a housing authority established under ORS 456.055 to 456.235 or a local government as defined in ORS 197.015; and

(b) Sponsors and manages low income homeownership programs as required by ORS 458.655.

(2) An organization applies for a grant under this rule by submitting to the Department all of the following:

(a) An application, on a form established by the Department;

(b) A nonrefundable application charge established by the Department; and

(A) A written description of the purposes for which the grant will be used, including but not limited to the proposed services to prospective homeowners, criteria for selecting prospective homeowners and any other pertinent information ;

(B) A description of the housing type and target home owners to be housed, the manner in which the project may expand the percentage of home ownership for Oregonians and how the project will provide home ownership opportunities for low or very low income households, persons with disabilities, minorities and farm workers;

(D) The grant amount requested and total project development costs, including a description of all additional project funding and funding sources;

(E) A description of the experience of the sponsor or manager in developing, managing and operating home ownership programs;

(F) A description of the organization’s program management responsibilities; and

(G) Any other documentation required by the Department

(3) An organization that requests additional resources on a project funded by the Home Ownership Assistance Account shall pay all supplemental application charges imposed by the Department for the resources.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 458.620 & 458.655

Hist.: HSG 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-15-96; OHCS 4-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-22-09; OHCS 9-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-044-0050

Criteria for Funding

(1) Grants by the Department under the Home Ownership Assistance Program are subject to the availability of funds in the Home Ownership Assistance Account and to limits established by law. The process by which the Department makes grants may include but is not limited to consideration of individual proposals and the use of a competitive review process.

(2) In addition to the criteria in ORS 458.655 for preference in making grants, a grant application is subject to subordinate criteria established by the Department and included in a competitive proposal solicitation.

(3) When an organization provides assistance under the Home Ownership Assistance Program for down payments, including closing costs, the organization shall do the following:

(a) Provide education and training in home ownership to recipients of the assistance from a source approved by the Department; and

(b) Require each recipient to take the education and training as a condition of eligibility to receive assistance funds.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 458.620, 458.625 & 458.655

Hist.: HSG 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 4-15-96; OHCS 4-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-22-09; OHCS 9-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-044-0055

Use of Grant Funds

An organization that receives a grant under the Home Ownership Assistance Program:

(1) Is subject to the condition that the organization continue to use the grant for the targeted ownership group for the duration and to the extent authorized by the grant application.

(2) May provide in its agreements with homeowners that when a homeowner sells the home for which the organization’s assistance was furnished, the organization may recapture some or all of the assistance from proceeds of the sale;

(3) May use funds recaptured under section (2) of this rule to furnish further assistance under the program; and

(4) May be required by the Department to repay all or part of the grant if the organization withdraws from the project all or part of the commitments to home owner groups or the period of use for low or very low income housing from the project.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 456.555

Stats. Implemented: ORS 458.620 & 458.655

Hist.: OHCS 9-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

813-044-0060

Charges

(1) The Department may require a non-refundable application charge from any applicant requesting Home Ownership Assistance Program Account funds.

(2) A supplemental application charge from applicants requesting additional resources on the project funded by the Department may be required.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 458.655, 456.505 - 456.720 & HB 2436 (2009)

Stats. Implemented: ORS 458.655 & HB 2436 (2009)

Hist.: OHCS 4-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-22-09; Suspended by OHCS 9-2011(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-11 thru 3-27-12

Notes
1.) This online version of the OREGON BULLETIN is provided for convenience of reference and enhanced access. The official, record copy of this publication is contained in the original Administrative Orders and Rulemaking Notices filed with the Secretary of State, Archives Division. Discrepancies, if any, are satisfied in favor of the original versions. Use the OAR Revision Cumulative Index found in the Oregon Bulletin to access a numerical list of rulemaking actions after November 15, 2010.