### Question
What is the definition of vacant unit?


### Answer
The definition of **vacant unit** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 1437u*:

> a dwelling unit that has been vacant for not less than 9 consecutive months

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1437u*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 8-LOW-INCOME HOUSING > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROGRAM OF ASSISTED HOUSING**

