RAD Reports

HUD Report on RAD Improvements & Child Well-Being

On March 26, 2020 HUD released a full report, "Examining the Effects of the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) on Children Living in Public Housing in Fresno, California," which found notable and mostly positive results where residents experienced significant improvements including upgraded heating/cooling systems and appliances; improved unit layout and conditions; perceived safety and connectedness; and enhanced resident resources and pride of place.

Housing Affairs Reviews Study on RAD & Health Improvements

The February 2020 issue of Health Affairs focusing on investments in social determinants of health, a new study examined how renovations of a property in Queens, NY that converted through RAD may improve the health of public housing residents.

2nd Phase RAD Evaluation Underscores Proof-of-Concept

On October 22 , 2019 HUD released the results of an evaluation of the Department’s Rental Assistance Demonstration that reports significant evidence that RAD is stimulating billions of dollars in capital investment, improving living conditions for low-income residents, and enhancing the financial health of these critical affordable housing resources.

• RAD Evaluation, October 2019

  • HUD Summary—Evaluation Key Findings

Earlier Reports

• GAO Report, March 2018

  • HUD Observations on GAO Report in The Intercept

• RAD Evaluation, September 2016

  • Summary of Interim Report

  • Press Release

  • List of RAD Activity by State

  • List of RAD Activity by Public Housing Authority

  • Case Studies

• RAD Evaluation, October 2014

• GAO Final Report on RAD's 2nd Component