### Question
What is the definition of transitional housing?


### Answer
The definition of **transitional housing** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 11384*:

> housing, the purpose of which is to facilitate the movement of homeless individuals and families to permanent housing within 24 months or such longer period as the Secretary determines necessary

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 11384*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 119-HOMELESS ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-HOUSING ASSISTANCE > Part C-Supportive Housing Program**

