What happens to the rent of a resident whose assistance has been terminated?

When a resident's assistance is terminated, the rent is typically set to market rent. This reflects the idea that once a resident is no longer receiving assistance, they must pay the full market rate for their housing, as they no longer qualify for the financial support that subsidized their rent.

This adjustment happens as part of the lease agreement or housing policies that govern the rental arrangements—most often because the criteria that allowed for the lower rent based on assistance are no longer met. Therefore, transitioning to market rent helps landlords maintain fairness and revenue, while also providing an opportunity for the resident to seek out affordable housing options again.

The other answer choices do not align with the typical outcomes related to the termination of assistance. The rent remaining unchanged would not reflect the reality of the situation for the tenant, as assistance plays a direct role in how much individuals pay. An automatic decrease would also not occur, as market rates are often at or above what subsidized rent would be. Finally, freezing the rent until further notice would not align with standard practices in rental agreements and could lead to financial discrepancies for the property management.