We understand that moving can be a very stressful time. Take a look at some of our tips below to help eliminate the headaches that often come with moving.

Your 30-Day Notice to Vacate
A Notice to Vacate is written notice provided to the Community Center Office by the Service Member or Spouse (authorized Power of Attorney required) informing us of your intent to vacate your home. A minimum of 30-days’ notice is required prior to vacating. This is per:

• Lease Agreement
• Soldiers Civil Relief Act

Can't Provide 30-Day Notice?
Contact the Community Center Office immediately and we can review your circumstances. Short Orders are defined as orders that are received/dated with a report-no-late-date that is less than 30-days (Resident must visit and place a written notice within 72-hours of receiving orders).

Vacation and Permissive TDY are not reasons for short notices
If you choose to move prior to fulfilling the 30-notice date and do not have “short orders” you are financially responsible for the remainder of the 30-day requirement.

Placing Notice to Vacate
When placing your Notice to Vacate at the Community Center Office you will receive a Move-Out Guide brochure that outlines move-out expectations and the process. In addition, you will be scheduled for a Move-Out Information Session.

TMO Scheduling Reminder
To ensure that TMO can meet your family’s departure timeline be sure to schedule your move as soon as you have orders.

Move-Out Information Session
These sessions are held on Thursdays at 3pm: Comanche III; Pershing & Venable and Fridays at 11am: Neighborhood Community Center; Kouma & Montague; Comanche I & II.

The session offers interactive group discussions regarding the requirements associated with clearing your home. Attending a workshop is highly recommended in order to fully understand the expectations and reduce final costs.

Cleaning Options
Fort Hood Family Housing (FHFH) offers the “Clean Sweep” policy for all residents departing Fort Hood. The policy is designed to limit the stress associated with the “Move Out” process.  You will find that it is not necessary to hire a professional cleaner to achieve the level of cleanliness considered acceptable for move out if you have maintained the cleanliness of your home during your residency.  To qualify, your home must simply meet the general guidelines detailed below.

• Clean Sweep Process

You are encouraged to communicate any questions or concerns with the community office prior to your move out.

The Final Inspection Procedure
All final inspections are scheduled Monday through Thursday.  

• All personal belongings and trash must be removed.
• Home is cleaned to expectations as stated in the Move-Out Guide.
• All keys and garage remotes (if applicable) that were issued are collected.
• Resident is provided a detailed list of charges (if applicable), prorated BAH amount and amount of refund (if applicable).
• Resident is provided a Termination Letter.

Please note: refunds are issued after the BAH allotment is received and damage charges (if applicable) have been deducted.  Reminder, the BAH allotment is collected at the end of the month for that month. The refund check is mailed to the forwarding address that you provide. Refund checks typically arrive within 14-business days after the BAH allotment is received.