### Question
What is the definition of federally constructed housing?


### Answer
The definition of **federally constructed housing** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 5511*:

> (1) residential or multifamily housing which is constructed by agencies of the Federal Government to provide dwelling accommodations for particular types or classes of persons under programs administered by such Federal agencies (including all housing constructed by the Department of Defense to provide dwelling accommodations for personnel of the armed services or for such personnel and their families), and (2) residential or multifamily housing which is constructed by agencies of State or local government, with financial assistance in any form from the Federal Government, to provide dwelling accommodations for particular types or classes of persons under programs administered by such State or local agencies

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 5511*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 71-SOLAR ENERGY > SUBCHAPTER I-HEATING AND COOLING**

