### Question
How is the "transitional housing" defined?


### Answer
The term **transitional housing** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 11360* as follows -

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

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 11360*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 119-HOMELESS ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-HOUSING ASSISTANCE > Part A-General Provisions**

