### Question
How does DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT define applicant?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 3537a*, **applicant** is defined as:

> any applicant or candidate that is being considered for receiving assistance

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 3537a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 44-DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT**

