What is the primary purpose of a recertification interview in the HCV program?

The primary purpose of a recertification interview in the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is to confirm a family’s ongoing eligibility and reassess their rent responsibilities. During this interview, program staff review the family's current income, household composition, and any changes in circumstances that could affect their eligibility for the voucher. This process ensures that the assistance provided matches the household's current situation and needs.

By reassessing rent responsibilities, the HCV program aims to provide fair rental assistance based on the family's income and the local housing market. This helps maintain the integrity of the program and ensures that resources are allocated to families who truly need the assistance.

The other options focus on different aspects of the housing process but do not directly pertain to the main objective of recertification interviews. Evaluating a landlord's performance, investigating tenant complaints, or providing housing counseling are important activities but fall outside the primary focus of recertification, which is specifically centered on the eligibility and financial responsibilities of the tenant family.