Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the department shall have all the powers granted to housing authorities pursuant to Part 2 (commencing with Section 34200) of Division 24 for the purpose of obtaining financial subsidies or assistance from any agency of the United States to provide leased housing pursuant to this chapter for persons requiring supportive services.

(Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1020, Sec. 10.)

Terms Used In California Health and Safety Code 50686

  • department: means the Department of Housing and Community Development. See California Health and Safety Code 50681
  • persons requiring supportive services: means persons who are eligible to receive housing assistance pursuant to federal law because of financial inability to provide adequate housing for themselves or persons dependent upon them, who are or will be participating in programs of rehabilitation, education, or social services, and who meet any of the following criteria:

    California Health and Safety Code 50685.5