Finding 369811 (2023-001)

Finding No. 2023-001: Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly, ALN 14.157 Finding Resolution Status: Resolved. Information on Universe Population Size: Seventy-five tenants. Sample Size Information: Ten tenants. Identification of Repeat Finding and Finding Reference Number: No. Criteria: HUD regulation requires all tenants to have criminal background checks performed prior to acceptance as residents and the corresponding documentation to be maintained in the tenant’s file. Statement of Condition: The Project did not perform and/or maintain one tenant’s criminal background check. Cause: The Project did not adhere to HUD regulations for initial tenant eligibility. Effect or Potential Effect: Unable to verify tenant eligibility and cost of assistance and residency may be disallowed. Auditor Non-Compliance Code: R – Section 8 Program Administration. Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: The Project agrees with the finding and the auditor’s recommendations have been adopted. Recommendation: Management should implement procedures to ensure the Project verifies initial tenant eligibility for potential tenants and maintains all required supporting documentation. Response Indicator: Agree. Completion Date: 1/30/2023 Response: The Compliance Department will provide additional training with the Manager on screen policies and procedures. Compliance will also conduct periodic file reviews ensuring screenings were performed and that a copy of the report was put into the tenant file.