Core Issue: Ten New Construction Section 8 tenant files had deficiencies, including missing timely annual recertifications and unit inspections.
Impacted Requirements: Compliance with 24 CFR regulations for public housing eligibility was not met.
Recommended Follow-Up: The Authority should enhance internal controls to prevent future errors and has committed to reviewing procedures for FY 2024.
Finding Text
2023-002 Condition: Deficiencies Noted in Examination of New Construction Section 8 Tenant Files
Ten (10) New Construction Section 8 files were selected for audit:
3 files lacked timely FY 2023 Annual Recertification.
2 files lacked FY 2023 Unit Inspection.
Assistance Listing No.: 14.182
Questioned Costs: None
Criteria: 24 CFR requirements for public housing eligibility
Cause/Effect: The Authority failed to recertify participants in a timely manner.
Recommendations: We recommend the Authority implement internal control procedures which will eliminate such errors.
Reply: We will review the internal control procedures over tenant file re-certifications and documents. Management has implemented procedures in order to clear this finding in FY 2024.
Categories
HUD Housing ProgramsEligibilityInternal Control / Segregation of Duties