HUD Directives System (000.2)

Directives Management Frequently Asked Questions

What is a directive? A directive is a document that prescribes policy.

What are types of directives? Types include, but are not limited to: handbooks, notices, mortgagee letters, federal registers, guidebooks, CFR's, procedures, guidance, etc.

What is the directives management handbook? The Directives Management Handbook outlines procedures and processes relative to distribution and coordination of directives and various other policy.

What do directives address relative to policy? A directive - issues, supplements, establishes and/or clarifies - current or future policy.

What are current systems in use that assist in the coordination of directives? The current system in use to assist in the coordination of directives is the departmental clearance calendar - as mandated by the attached memo.

What are DMOs? Directives Management Officers (DMOs) are points-of-contact for clearance and coordination of directives within a program or administrative office. The DMO ensures review of directives by affected program and administrative offices, coordinates departmental clearance of directives, incorporates and addresses received comments, serves as a liaison in addressing non-concurrences and posts final directives to HUDClips.

Who is my DMO (Directives Management Officer)?