Criteria: HUD requires that all units under the Housing Choice Vouchers Program meet specific Housing Quality Standards (HQS). In cases of failed inspections, timely re-inspections are mandatory, and if compliance is not achieved, abatement of Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) or voucher cancellation is required Condition: During the audit, it was noted that in one (1) instance a unit that failed its HQS inspection (lifethreatening failure) did not undergo a subsequent reinspection within the proper 24-hour time period: Consequently, the required abatement of HAP or cancellation of the housing voucher was not executed. Context: This finding represents an issue within the Housing Voucher Cluster program, as it was identified in one (1) files tested out of a sample of two (2) failed inspections. It highlights a need for more rigorous enforcement and monitoring ofHQS compliance Cause: The non-compliance appears to stem from oversight or procedural lapses in the enforcement of HQS within the Housing Voucher Cluster program. This may be due to inadequate training, monitoring, or failure to adhere to established protocols Effect: This non-compliance undermines the integrity of the Housing Choice Vouchers Program and may lead to tenants living in substandard conditions. It also represents a risk of improper use of federal funds and can impact the credibility and effectiveness of the program. Recommendation: Implement more stringent procedures for monitoring HQS compliance, including timely reinspection and enforcement of HAP abatement or voucher cancellation. Enhance training for staff involved in the HQS process to ensure a thorough understanding of compliance requirements. Establish a system of regular audits to identify and rectify lapses in HQS enforcement promptly. Questioned CostsL The exact monetary impact needs further investigation to determine the amount of HAP that should have been abated for the period of non-compliance. A. HACPFC Corrective Actio11 P/all: Our staff who conduct the HCV inspections are certified in both HQS and NSP IRE Standards. This failure to re-inspect this life-threatening finding within 24 hours after the discovery was an obvious oversight by our inspection staff as they are all aware of this requirement. However, the Agency will review internal controls related to training and will ensure that all inspectors are provided with additional training to reinforce compliance with the 24-hour re-inspection requirement and follow up with the landlord to verify compliance and penalty if required. The HA CP FC will also continue to review process over the auditing of tenant files to ensure that there are no lapses in the compliance requirements. B. A1tticipated Completion Date: This is already in progress.