When determining unit size for the GIT table, use the number of people in the unit for the payment month. Unless it is possible to suspend the case, terminate or deny assistance for a client with income above the maximum figure. Prospectively apply the Gross Income Test to a client's income each month. Unless it is possible to suspend the case, terminate or deny assistance for a client with income above the maximum figure. A client in group residential housing must also pass the Gross Income Test.
Destitute units have special provisions for determining what income to use.
Do not apply the GIT both prospectively and retrospectively in months the unit gets an extra payment, such as 3 biweekly checks in 1 month. Do not apply the GIT retrospectively to non-recurring income the unit received in the 1st 2 months of eligibility if you budgeted it prospectively. If a married couple lives together and both partners apply and have a basis of eligibility, use their combined gross income.