1. Single persons 62 years of age or over, are income eligible and can pass screening criteria.

2. Couples, one of who is 62 years of age or over, is income eligible and can pass screening criteria.

Occupancy is primarily intended for person(s) of the above categories whose annual income does not exceed the limit that is established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These figures are subject to periodic adjustment and are available at the office of Clark Fork Riverside.

Ø      Applicant does not meet the aforementioned initial screening criteria.
Ø      Applicant is not 62 years of age or older.
Ø      Incomplete application.
Ø      Application not signed.
Ø      Applicant does not sign and submit verification consent forms or the Authorization for Release of Information (forms HUD-9887 and HUD-9887-A).
Ø      Poor credit history which could impede applicant’s(s) ability to pay rent on time.
Ø      Inability to pay rent on time and a history documented of it.
Ø      Information from previous landlords which includes:  Failure to cooperate with recertification procedures; violations of house rules; violations of lease; poor housekeeping practices; previous evictions; and/or termination of assistance for fraud.
Ø      An applicant’s ability and willingness to comply with the terms of the HUD lease.
Ø      Past history of not caring for previous rental unit, keeping it clean, safe and sanitary, and not reporting maintenance needs in a timely fashion.
Ø      Reported acts of vandalism to grounds, common areas or unit from previously rented unit.
Ø      Applicants whose previous rental history indicates they have negligently damaged property or disrupted the tranquility of other residents.
Ø      Submission of false information on the application or failure to cooperate in the verification process.
Ø      Applicant has pet that does not conform to management or HUD rules and regulations.  (Assistive animals are not considered pets.  CFR has a policy covering assistive animals.)
Ø      CFR is not the applicant’s only residence.
Ø      Applicant is not capable of fulfilling the lease agreement with or without assistance.
Ø      No applicant will be accepted if they have been evicted from federally assisted housing within 3 years of their application, unless that person has completed an approved supervised drug rehabilitation program or the circumstances for the eviction no longer exists (the person engaging in the illegal drug activity is dead or imprisoned).
Ø      No applicant will be accepted if they have been convicted of drug-related criminal activity for manufacture or production of methamphetamines.
Ø      Any one conviction of a felony.
Ø      Involvement in criminal activity on the part of any applicant’s household member involving crimes of physical violence to persons or property and other criminal acts including drug related criminal activity which would adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of other tenants or employees (required 24 CFR 960.205(b) (3) and the Anti Drug Act of 1988.
Ø      Applicants who have a history of criminal activity, violent behavior, confirmed drug or alcohol abuse. 
Ø      No applicant who is currently engaging in illegal drug use, or has engaged in such use during the past 12 months will be accepted; unless that person provides a certification that he or she is no longer partaking in these activities and provides verifiable reference to this effect.
Ø      No applicant who is subject to a lifetime registration requirement under a State sex offender registration program may be accepted.
Ø      Applicants whose patterns of drug or alcohol abuse, or criminal history, provide a reasonable evidence that they may interfere with the health, safety, or right to peaceful enjoyment of the premises by other residents.

Any applicant who is rejected for admission to Clark Fork Riverside will receive a letter stating reasons for rejection of their application and will note the applicant’s right to respond to Clark Fork Riverside in writing or request a meeting within 14 days of date of letter from Clark Fork Riverside to dispute the rejection.  The meeting with the applicant will be held with the applicant and Management Agent.  Within 5 business days, the management agent will advise the applicant in writing of the final decision on eligibility.

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Any applicant who is denied will be sent a letter, explaining the exact reasons why he or she was rejected and advising of their rights for reconsideration and appeal, as required by HUD.

The Clark Fork Riverside operates in accordance with state and federal fair housing laws. It does not discriminate in the terms, conditions or privileges relating to the use or rental of any housing accommodation because of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age¹, physical or mental stability, marital status, familial status, or sex.

If you believe you have been discriminated against, the Clark Fork Riverside encourages you to talk with its Administrator to resolve any complaints. You may also contact Montana Fair Housing at (406) 542-2611 or the Montana Human Rights Commission at (406) 444-2884 or (800) 542-0807, TTY (406) 444-0532.

¹Pursuant to federal law, The Clark Fork Riverside may limit tenancy to individuals 62 years of age and older.