Finding 583483 (2023-002)

Material Weakness
Requirement
N
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2023
Accepted
2024-01-02
Audit: 9043
Auditor: Mahoney

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: The Cooperative failed to maintain the property in a decent and safe condition, resulting in a low REAC inspection score of 54c.
  • Impacted Requirements: This finding indicates noncompliance with HUD regulations regarding property maintenance and contractual obligations.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Ensure the Cooperative implements a corrective action plan and monitors ongoing compliance with HUD standards.

Finding Text

2023-002 – Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) Inspection Report Department of Housing and Urban Development Assistance Listing Number 14.126 – Mortgage Insurance – Cooperative Projects Material Weakness and Noncompliance Category of Finding – Special Tests and Provisions Criteria - HUD regulations specify the mortgaged property must be maintained in decent, safe, sanitary condition and good repair, in accordance with the program obligations. Condition - In April 2023, HUD performed a REAC inspection at the Cooperative, which resulted in a score of 54c. Cause - The Cooperative did not maintain the mortgaged property in accordance with the HUD regulations. Effect - The Cooperative is not fulfilling the contractual obligations to HUD and members may not be receiving the quality of housing to which they are entitled. Recommendation - We recommend that the Cooperative implement a corrective action plan as required in the inspection report and provide HUD with a response to findings. Auditee’s comment - The Cooperative took corrective action as required in the inspection report and provided HUD with a response noting the corrections. Status - Resolved Auditor’s non-compliance code - Z – Other

Categories

HUD Housing Programs Special Tests & Provisions Material Weakness

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 7040 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat
  • 7041 2023-002
    Material Weakness
  • 583482 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency Repeat

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.126 Mortgage Insurance_cooperative Projects $5.27M