### Question
Can you define what congregate housing means?


### Answer
**Congregate housing** is defined as the following in *42 U.S.C. § 8002*:

> (A) low-rent housing which, as of January 1, 1979, was built or under construction, with which there is connected a central dining facility where wholesome and economical meals can be served to such occupants

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 8002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 89-CONGREGATE HOUSING SERVICES**

