Finding Text
Finding No. 2023-002; Federal Assistance Listing Number 14.157
Criteria
In accordance with Chapter 6 of HUD Handbook 4350.1, Management and Occupancy Reports ("MOR") must be replied to within HUD specified timelines.
Condition
During our review of management's response to the April 27, 2023 Management and Occupancy Report response we noted the response was not provided timely.
Cause
Management did not follow procedures to ensure a timely response.
Effect or Potential Effect
The property may not be in compliance with HUD guidelines relating to the property's physical condition, the quality of management and tenant services and annual financial reporting requirements.
Questioned Costs
N/A
Context
HUD had required a complete response to previously unaddressed findings by June 9, 2023, however, the response was not sent until July 14, 2023.
Identification as a Repeat Finding
No
Recommendation
Management should respond timely to all future MOR inspections.
Auditor Noncompliance Code: N - Special tests and provisions for Uniform Guidance
Z - Other
Finding Resolution Status: Resolved
Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions:
REACH has policies in place to respond to MORs but due to staffing shortages in 2023 had issues filing in a timely manner. Staff have been reminded to respond to MOR findings in a timely manner going forward.