Which document is described as the day-to-day policy guide for a Housing Authority?

• A. An admin plan
• B. A tenant lease agreement
• C. A capital improvements plan
• D. A safety program

Answer: (A)

An Administrative Plan serves as the day-to-day policy guide for a Housing Authority. It lays out how programs are actually run on a daily basis—policies staff apply, procedures for admissions and occupancy, inspections, rent calculations, grievance handling, maintenance workflows, and other operational rules. This document translates HUD requirements into local practice, providing a consistent reference for staff and a transparent guide for residents.

A tenant lease is the contract between the authority and residents, detailing individual rights and responsibilities, not the overall policy framework the agency uses day to day. A capital improvements plan focuses on long-term investments in physical upgrades, not everyday operations. A safety program covers safety policies and practices, which is important but narrower than the full administrative guide used to manage daily activities across programs.