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ALN#14.871 Special Tests and Provisions: HQS Inspections CONDITION: The Authority failed to document annual Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections in accordance with its Administrative Plan and HUD regulations.
CRITERIA: PHAs are required to inspect units leased to Housing Choice Voucher participants at least annually and prepare unit inspection reports in accordance with 21 CFR 982.158(d).
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COSTS: The amount of questioned costs could not be determined.
CONTEXT: 40 HAP contract files from a statistically valid sample were examined for compliance with annual HQS inspection requirements. Of the files examined, 1 file did not contain a current annual inspection report.
EFFECT: The Authority is not in compliance with federal regulations regarding HQS inspections and documentation.
CAUSE: The overall cause was a lack of management oversight and quality control over this program.
RECOMMENDATION: The Authority should implement greater oversight over the inspection process of the Housing Choice Voucher program to ensure that annual inspections are completed and documented at least annually as required.