How should interim changes in family composition be documented in COS records?

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How should interim changes in family composition be documented in COS records?

When family composition changes between recertifications, you must update the tenant file with verified information about the new household members and then re-evaluate eligibility and rent based on the updated household. This ensures the tenancy reflects current circumstances, stays in line with program rules, and that the rent is calculated correctly for the new household size and income. Document the verification, adjust the eligibility status if needed, and recalculate the rent accordingly. Do not ignore interim changes, and do not keep the file unchanged or rely only on notifying the owner.

When family composition changes between recertifications, you must update the tenant file with verified information about the new household members and then re-evaluate eligibility and rent based on the updated household. This ensures the tenancy reflects current circumstances, stays in line with program rules, and that the rent is calculated correctly for the new household size and income.

Document the verification, adjust the eligibility status if needed, and recalculate the rent accordingly. Do not ignore interim changes, and do not keep the file unchanged or rely only on notifying the owner.

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