Which type of assistance allows tenants to choose their units?

Tenant-based assistance allows tenants to choose their units because it provides individuals with vouchers that can be used to rent from a variety of housing options available in the private market. This type of assistance is designed to give recipients the flexibility to select housing that best fits their needs, as long as the housing meets certain criteria as established by the housing authority and complies with program regulations.

In contrast, project-based assistance ties subsidies to specific units within designated properties. This means that tenants do not have the same level of choice, as they must reside in those specific units awarded the assistance. Other types, such as unit-based or location-based assistance, similarly limit tenant choice by establishing specific criteria or locations for eligible housing, thereby further restricting options outside of predetermined parameters. This distinction highlights the advantage of tenant-based assistance in promoting housing choice and mobility for individuals receiving aid.