any time. For individual Indians, as set at the local level. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Applications by Indian tribes and tribal organization will be process within 90 days. For applications from individual Indians, there is no set time. Appeals: Indian tribes and tribal organizations whose request to administer the program is denied may request an informal conference with the deciding official, or may appeal the denial of the application to the Interior Board of Indian Appeals, or may bring suit in U.S. District Court. Full appeal procedures are found in 25 CFR part 900. An individual whose request is denied may appeal a Bureau of Indian Affairs official s decision to the Area Director under the procedures contained in 25 CFR Part 2, Appeals From Administrative Actions. Renewals: Awards to Indian tribes and tribal organization to administer the program may be renewed indefinitely upon satisfactory performance by the contractor. A notice of intent to renew should be submitted at least 90 days prior to the expiration of the current award. The amount of the award may be adjusted as a result of changes in the identified tribal housing needs and in individual tribal priorities established in the budget formulation process. For individuals Indians, awards represent one-time direct assistance grants. ELIGIBLE BENEFICIARIES: (a) American Indian;
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