|CHAPTER�9�-�STATION�ALLOWANCES
    PART�C:��TEMPORARY�LODGING�ALLOWANCE
        U9207�RATES�PAYABLE,�COMPUTATION�PROCEDURES�AND�EXAMPLES
            E.��Computation�of�Temporary�Lodging�Allowance�TLA.
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| | E.� Computation of Temporary Lodging Allowance TLA. | 
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| | Except when more than one TLA rate as prescribed in subpar. A or B, above, applies within the computation period, and except as prescribed in subpars. F, G, and H, below, TLA computations are made in increments of 10 days (15 days when determined to be appropriate by the TLA approving authority) or less when entitlement to TLA ceases to exist before the end of a 10-day (or 15-day) period.� Computations will be accomplished as follows: | 
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| | Step 1:� Determine the Percentage to be Used Based on Number of Individuals. | 
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| | In computing TLA allowances, establish a percentage based on the number of individuals in accordance with the table shown below. | 
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in family occupyingPercentagetemporary lodgingApplicable | 
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| | Member or 1 dependent  65% | 
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| | Member and 1 dependent, 
 or 2 dependents only� 100% | 
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| | For each additional
 dependent under 12, add�  25% | 
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| | For each additional
 dependent 12 and over,add 35% | 
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| | NOTE: A member authorized a temporary lodging cost at the new PDS under par. U9202-C3 as a TLA expense during a period of TDY or deployment will be included in the number of persons occupying the temporary lodgings. | 
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| | Step 2:� Determine the M&IE Equivalency. | 
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| | Multiply the percentage in Step 1 by the applicable locality M&IE rate prescribed in Appendix B for the member's PDS, except when temporary lodging is not available at the PDS (subpar. B) and except as prescribed in subpars. F & G. | 
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| | Step 3:� Determine Gross Daily Equivalency. | 
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| | Add the result in Step 2 (less the member's share of the meal allowance when member authorized lodging cost under par. U9202-C3) to the actual daily lodging cost (including any lodging cost authorized under par. U9202-C3.)� Receipts, invoices or statements from the provider of the lodging are required to verify lodging expenses.� Invoices or statements must reflect the cost incurred for lodging already occupied and not lodging expenses expected to be incurred in the future.� If the member is in a TDY per diem status, reduce that amount by any portion of lodging expenses used to determine the per diem rate for the member.� (NOTE:� when staying with friends or relatives, lodging cost is not allowed.� The member's share of the meal allowance is determined by dividing the resulting amount in Step 2 by the number of persons in the family occupying the temporary lodgings, including the member.) | 
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| | Step 4:� Determine Net Daily Equivalency.� From the results in step 3, | 
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| | (1)the total daily allowances (par. U9201-B2, items c, d, e (and f in Alaska and Hawaii only)), and | 
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| | (2)COLA, if paid and deductible per par. U9152-C. | 
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| | b.Don't deduct: | 
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| | (1)housing allowances when staying with friends or relatives,� | 
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| | (2)with dependent housing allowances, or OHA if claim is for member only,� or | 
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| | (3)BAS when not paid, only dependents are entitled to TLA, or member authorized lodging cost as a TLA expense under par. U9202-C3). | 
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| | (4)OHA and housing allowances when member authorized OHA and TLA under par. U9102-F. | 
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| | Step 5:� Determine Maximum TLA Allowance. | 
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| | Multiply the percentage obtained in Step 1 times the locality per diem rate in Appendix B. | 
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| | Step 6:� Determine Applicable Daily Rate. | 
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| | Compare the amounts found in Steps 4 (less the member's meal allowance as determined in Step 3, when member authorized lodging cost as a TLA expense under par. U9202-C3) and Step 5.� Pay the lesser of these two amounts for each day.� For examples of TLA� computation, see subpar. I. | 
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| | F.� TLA While Quarters Being Renovated. | 
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| | When a member and/or dependents occupy Government quarters while the kitchen is being renovated and meals can't be prepared therein, the member is entitled to TLA to cover the cost of restaurant meals purchased as a result of that renovation.� The TLA is determined by multiplying the percentage in subpar. E, Step 1, times the total of the meals amount in the M&IE rate for the locality concerned, reduced by the daily amount of the member's BAS except when the member is absent on other duty, such as TDY or field duty/sea duty.� When the member is absent on such duty, deduction of BAS shall not be made. | 
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| | G.� TLA When Permanent Quarters Lack a Stove and/or Refrigerator. | 
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| | When a member and/or dependents initially occupy permanent quarters which lack a stove and/or refrigerator and meals can't be prepared therein, the member is entitled to TLA to cover the cost of restaurant meals purchased as a result of this situation.� TLA under this subparagraph is determined by multiplying the percentage in subpar. E, Step 1, times the total of the meals amount in the M&IE rate for the locality concerned, reduced by the daily amount of the member's BAS except when the member is absent on other duty, such as TDY or field duty/sea duty.� When the member is absent on such duty, deduction of BAS shall not be made. | 
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| | H.� Temporary Quarters Contain Facilities for Preparing and Consuming Meals. | 
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| | When temporary lodgings have facilities and space for preparing and eating meals, as determined by the designated overseas commander concerned or the designated representative, the daily rate of TLA is computed under subpar. E with the following modifications: | 
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| | 1.� substitute one-half of the M&IE amount in Appendix B for the locality M&IE rate in Step 2. The reduced (one-half) M&IE amount based on cooking facilities doesn�t apply when lodging is provided by a friend or relative, or to the first and last days of TLA; | 
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| | 2.� determine maximum TLA allowance for use in Step 5 by multiplying the percentage determined in Step 1 by the total of the lodging amount and one-half the M&IE in Appendix B. | 
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| | Daily amounts received as BAS are included as allowances received under subpar. E, Step 4, since one-half the M&IE amount is considered an equitable amount for the purchase of groceries.� The presence of a cookstove, work area (table, counter, etc.), refrigerator, sink, water, table, chairs, cooking and eating utensils is prima facie evidence of adequate cooking and eating facilities as contemplated by this subparagraph.� When the member shows to the local housing officer's satisfaction that such facilities are inadequate or for other reasons may not be used for all or part of the period involved, the member is entitled to TLA as prescribed in subpar. E.� Member's explanation for nonuse endorsed by the local housing officer shall support payment of the allowance under such circumstances.� To facilitate administration of the entitlement, the housing officer shall maintain a current list of such available accommodations and shall make the list available to incoming personnel. | 
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| | I.� Examples of TLA Computation. | 
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| | The following examples of TLA computations are provided to ensure uniformity among all Services and to furnish specific guidance in computing TLA payments.� Locality per diem, BAS and housing allowance rates used in these examples may not be the rates currently in effect and are for illustration purposes only. | 
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| | EXAMPLE 1� | 
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| | This example shows TLA computations for an O-6 with one dependent, a spouse.� The member is assigned to NAS Sigonella (Sicily), Italy.� The per diem rate at Sigonella is $150 ($76 Max Lodging-$74 M&IE).� The member is entitled to a monthly BAS of $129 ($4.30 per day) and monthly housing allowance of $733.20 ($24.44 per day).� The member and spouse arrive at Sigonella (the new PDS) on 1 April by POV and move into temporary lodgings the same day. | 
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| | (NOTE:� Locality per diem, BAS and housing allowance rates used in this example may not be the rates currently in effect and are for illustration purposes only) | 
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| | 4/2� --� Member is advised upon reporting in to aggressively seek permanent quarters, to keep an accurate record of expenses for lodging in temporary lodgings, and to register with and keep the housing officer informed at least every 10 days of progress in obtaining permanent quarters. | 
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| | 4/11 --� Member submits a report of lodging expenses of $1140 ($114 per day) for the period 4/1 thru 4/10 and the case is reviewed to ascertain the progress in obtaining permanent housing.� It is determined the member has complied with JFTR and command TLA requirements and the entitlement period is extended for a 10-day period. | 
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| | 4/21Member submits report of lodging expenses of $1140 ($114� per day) for 4/11 through 4/20.� Member was in TDY status on 4/15 through 1600 on 4/18.� Lodging costs at PDS for 4/15, 4/16 and 4/17 were authorized for member as a TLA expense under par. U9202-C3.� Member moves into permanent quarters on 4/21.� TLA is authorized only for the number of days the member actually remained in TLA accommodation. | 
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| | COMPUTATION OFTLAFOR 2-10 APRIL | 
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| | 1. Determine TLA percentage based
�� on two individuals100% for two individuals | 
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| | 2. Multiply percentage in Step 1
�� times M&IE rate� 100% x $74 = $74 | 
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| | 3. Add result in Step 2 to actual
�� daily lodging cost� $74 + $114 = $188 | 
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| | 4. Deduct daily allowance from Step 3:$188 - $28.74 = $159.26
���� Housing Allowance = $24.44� 
����������� BAS =� � 4.30______Total =$28.74 | 
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| | 5. Determine maximum TLA - Multiply
�� percentage in Step 1 times100% x $150 = $150
�� per diem rate | 
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| | 6. Compare amounts in Steps 4 and 5
�� amounts and pay the lesser amount.
�� pay $150 each day� $159.26 vs $150; $150 x 9 = $1350 | 
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| | COMPUTATION OFTLA11-14 APRIL | 
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| | 1. Determine TLA percentage based on
�� two individuals� 100% for two individuals | 
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| | 2. Multiply percentage in Step 1
�� times M&IE rate� 100% x $74 = $74 | 
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| | 3. Add result in Step 2 to actual
�� daily lodging cost $74 + $114 =� $188 | 
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| | 4. Deduct daily allowance from Step 3:$188 - $28.74 = $159.26
� Housing Allowance = $24.44BAS =�� � 4.30� Total =$28.74 | 
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| | 5. Determine maximum TLA - Multiply
�� percentage in Step 1 times per 
�� diem rate100% x $150 = $150 | 
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| | 6. Compare amounts in Steps 4 & 5.$159.26 vs $150; $150 x 4 = $600
�� Pay the lesser amount.� Pay $150
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| | COMPUTATION OFTLA15-17 APRIL | 
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| | 1. Determine TLA percentage based on
�� two individuals� 100% for two individuals | 
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