The Housing Allowance for
Ministers is an option for all UU ministers who are fellowshipped and/or
ordained. There’s no requirement that you practice any particular “type” of
ministry, so Community Ministers may certainly have a portion of their pay designated as a housing allowance. The housing allowance must be specifically designated by the religious institution, even in cases where a community minister is working as an independent contractor.
Does a Community Minister qualify for a Housing Allowance?
In short, yes but it is complicated if the minister is not a salaried employee. Please note that a housing allowance can only be provided by a religious institution.