OCAF Adjustments

Operating Cost Adjustment Factor (OCAF) rent increases are based on the Operating Cost Adjustment Factors released by HUD annually in the Federal Register. Guidance for OCAF Adjustment requests can be found in the Section 8 Renewal Policy.

See our Frequently Asked Questions page for the most current OCAF.

Eligibility

Eligibility is determined by your HAP contract. If the Rent Adjustment section of your contract or plan of action refers to Operating Cost Adjustment Factor (OCAF) adjustments, you are eligible to submit an OCAF request. Generally, properties that have renewed under MAHRA are eligible to submit OCAF rent adjustment requests.

Submission Requirements

• OCAF Worksheet
• Utility Allowance Analysis (if applicable)
• Mortgage Statement showing current Debt service

Forms

See the Rent Adjustments Forms page for more links.