Finding 382701 (2023-001)

Department of Housing and Urban Development Finding No. 2023-001; Section 202, Assistance Listing 14.157 Criteria EIV documentation must be stored in the tenant binder and properly handled. Condition EIV documents were improperly managed. Cause Property management staff did not follow their processes and procedures in handling EIV forms. Effect or Potential Effect Improper handling and retention of leasing documents could lead to tenant ineligibility and cause delays in receiving rental income. Questioned Costs None Identification as a Repeat Finding No Recommendation Training for personnel handling lease information should be undertaken. Training should emphasize the importance of HUD policies and procedures including EIV, document retention and handling as it relates to the requirements of the various HUD Handbooks. A review of policies and documentation should be undertaken and corrected as necessary. Auditor Noncompliance Code: N – Special tests and provisions Finding Resolution Status: Resolved Views of Responsible Officials Corporation agrees with the finding and the auditor's recommendations are being evaluated and implemented.