### Question
What is the definition of recipient?


### Answer
The definition of **recipient** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 12876*:

> an applicant approved to receive a grant under this title [1](#12876_1_target) or such other entity specified in the approved application that will assume the obligations of the recipient under this part

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 12876*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 130-NATIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING > SUBCHAPTER IV-HOPE FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP OF MULTIFAMILY AND SINGLE FAMILY HOMES > Part A-HOPE for Homeownership of Multifamily Units**

