Finding 485699 (2023-003)

FINDING No. 2023-003: Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly, ALN 14.157. Finding Resolution Status: Unresolved. Information on Universe Population Size: Nineteen tenants. Sample Size Information: Three tenants. Identification of Repeat Finding and Finding Reference Number: No. Criteria: HUD regulations requires timely verification of tenant’s initial income through the use of Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) reports with the corresponding documentation maintained. Statement of Condition: The Project did not perform and/or maintain the initial EIV for one tenant. Cause: The Project did not adhere to HUD regulations for initial eligibility and did not perform timely income verification. 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 will be adopted. Recommendation: The Project should implement procedures to ensure the Project verifies initial tenant income through the EIV system in a timely manner and maintain all required tenant documentation. Response Indicator: Agree. Completion Date: 12/31/2024. Response: Staff training has been provided and included in the monthly reporting procedures.