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§ 12805. Sweat equity model program
(a) In general
(b) Rehabilitation of properties
(c) Homeownership opportunities through sweat equity
(1) The program shall utilize the skilled or unskilled labor of eligible families in exchange for acquisition of the property.
(2) Training shall be provided to eligible families in building and home maintenance skills.
(d) Rental opportunities through sweat equity
(1) The program shall include rental opportunities for eligible families which will help expand the stock of affordable housing which is most appropriate for the target group.
(2) The use of the tenant’s skilled or unskilled labor shall be encouraged in lieu of or as a supplement to rent payments by the tenant.
(e) “Self-help housing” defined
(f) Additional restrictions
(Pub. L. 101–625, title II, § 255,