Finding 50898 (2022-001)

Significant Deficiency Repeat Finding
Requirement
N
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2022
Accepted
2023-04-04

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: The Housing Company failed to make timely monthly deposits into the reserve for replacement account, missing 10 out of 12 required deposits in 2022.
  • Impacted Requirements: This violates the federal requirement under 24 CFR 891.405(b) for timely deposits into the replacement reserve.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Implement automated deposits to ensure compliance and prevent future delays.

Finding Text

2022-001 Reserve for Replacement Information on the federal program ? U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Federal Assistance Listing Number 14.157, Supportive Housing for the Elderly Criteria or specific requirement ? Special Tests and Provisions ?Replacement Reserves ? Per 24 CFR 891.405(b), the Housing Company is required to make timely monthly deposits into the reserve for replacement account. Condition ? In 2022, the Housing Company did not deposit monthly required deposits in a timely manner. Questioned Costs ? None. Context ? The Housing Company was delinquent in making 10 of their 12 deposits. Tested 100% of deposits. Effect ? The Housing Company was delinquent in making 10 of their 12 deposits. Cause ?The Housing Company did not have the available cash to fund the reserve. Identification as a Repeat Finding, if applicable ? This condition did exist in the prior year (2021-001). Recommendation ? We recommend that the Housing Company set up automated deposits to ensure timely deposits are made. View of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action ? Please see the attached corrective action plan as submitted by management.

Corrective Action Plan

Management Planned Action Monthly checks will be issued by the housing company making sure required deposits are done timely.

Categories

Special Tests & Provisions

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 50899 2022-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat
  • 627340 2022-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat
  • 627341 2022-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.157 Supportive Housing for the Elderly - Capital Advance $8.27M
14.157 Supportive Housing for the Elderly - Project Rental Assistance $816,503