The USDA Rural Housing Service has published a notice to establish a demonstration Rural Development Voucher Program. It also announces the availability of $4,965,000 under the program to fund rural housing vouchers for eligible low-income households (including those not receiving Rental Assistance) residing in a property financed with a Section 515 loan that was prepaid after September 30, 2005. The notice also outlines the general policies and procedures for use of these vouchers, and eligibility requirements for households. read more…