Section 3
Section 3 is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirement. Section 3 gives low-income residents preference for new employment, training, and contracting opportunities. Section 3 also gives contracting preferences to local businesses that employ low-income residents.
Section 3 is activated when construction and rehabilitation projects create the need for new employment, contracting, or training opportunities. Recipients or contractors are not required to hire Section 3 residents or award contracts to Section 3 businesses other than what is needed to complete a covered project. If a covered project does not result in new employment, contracting, or training opportunities, the requirement of Section 3 is not activated. Nevertheless, the recipient and its contractors are required to submit Section 3 report information.
As a condition of receiving HUD housing and community development program funds, recipients must certify they will comply with the requirements of Section 3.
Section 3 Handbook
This document describes Section 3 requirements, guidelines, and policies. It describes what the City of Grand Rapids and those who contract with the City need to do to follow Section 3.
Section 3 Worker Certification
Would you like to apply for Section 3 preference in hiring? Click below for the Section 3 Worker Certification form.
Section 3 Worker Certification
Would you like to be on the Section 3 preference list? You'll need to provide proof of residence and income.
You'll also need to be income eligible. You may use one of the following to prove income:
- A public housing or Section 8 lease agreement
- W-2 or income tax return
- Receipt of public assistance
Section 3 Business Certification
Are you a business seeking Section 3 preference? Fill out our form below.
This is a self-certification, and Section 3 businesses are responsible for maintaining their Section 3 status and complying with all related HUD regulations. Certifications for Section 3 preference must be submitted to the Community Development Department before submitting bids for review.
Section 3 Plan
You also need to fill out a "Section 3 Plan" form. It certifies you are committed to complying with the Section 3 act, Section 3 regulations, and the City of Grand Rapids Section 3 Guidelines.
Section 3 Business List
For a list of the Section 3 businesses that have submitted certification to the City of Grand Rapids, click below.
Contact Community Development
Phone
616-456-3677
Fax
616-456-4619
Location
Grand Rapids City Hall
300 Monroe Ave NW, Suite 460
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
