Overview of Section 3 Requirements Section 3 is a provision of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u) that is regulated by the provisions of 24 CFR 75. Section 3 regulations ensure that employment and other economic opportunities generated by certain HUD financial assistance shall, to the greatest extent feasible, and consistent with existing Federal, State and local laws and regulations, be directed to low- and very low-income persons, particularly those who are recipients of government assistance for housing, and to business concerns which provide economic opportunities to low- and very low-income persons. Purpose of This Document This plan outlines how the Lowell Housing Authority (LHA) and its subrecipients, contractors and subcontractors will comply with HUD’s Section 3 requirements in implementing Lowell Housing Authority’s public housing program. LHA will, to the greatest extent feasible, ensure that employment and other economic opportunities are directed to low- and very low-income persons (Section 3 workers and Targeted Section 3 workers) and to eligible businesses (Section 3 Businesses) and requires the same of its contractors. These requirements do not supersede Government requirements for competitive procurement and Davis Bacon wages. These requirements do not supersede the requirements of Massachusetts laws regarding bidding and construction. LHA may amend its Section 3 Policies and Procedures document as necessary to ensure continued compliance with HUD’s requirements and/or to reflect updated Section 3 guidance and outreach strategies.
