Finding 1173292 (2025-001)

Finding No. 2025-001: Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly, ALN 14.157 Finding Resolution Status: Resolved. Information on Universe Population Size: Three tenants. Sample Size Information: One tenant. Identification of Repeat Finding and Finding Reference Number: Yes, 2024-002. Criteria: As required by HUD regulations the owner must refund the full security deposit plus accrued interest and/or provide the tenant with an itemized list of any unpaid rent, damages to the unit, and an estimated cost for repair, along with a statement of the tenant’s rights under state laws within 21 days from moveout. Statement of Condition: The Project refunded the security deposit 50 days after thetenant moved out, which is beyond the 21 day state requirement. Cause: The Project did not follow the state requirement for refunding security deposits within 21 days from tenant move-out. Effect or Potential Effect: The tenant was given their security deposit refund late, causing the Project to be noncompliant with state requirements. Auditor Non-Compliance Code: M – Security Deposits Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: The Project agrees with the finding and the auditor’s recommendations have been adopted. Recommendation: The Project should refund security deposits timely. Response Indicator: Agree. Completion Date: 2/19/2025 Response: Staff training has been provided and included in monthly reporting procedures. A system glitch caused the delay.