### Question
What is the definition of applicant?


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

> the following entities that may represent the tenants of the housing:


(A) A resident management corporation established in accordance with the requirements of the Secretary under section 1437r of this title

#### 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**

