(a) General. This section includes information and procedures specifically designed for use by applicants, including their professional consultants and or agents who provide such assistance and services as architectural, engineering, financial, legal, or other services related to application processing and facility planning and development. This section is made available as needed for such use. It includes FmHA or its successor agency under Public Law 103–354 policies and requirements pertaining to loans for community facilities. It provides applicants with guidance for use in proceeding with their application. FmHA or its successor agency under Public Law 103–354 shall cooperate fully with appropriate State agencies to give maximum support of the State’s strategies for development of rural areas.