Core Issue: One tenant did not have the required biennial HQS inspection scheduled or completed in 2022.
Impacted Requirements: The program mandates inspections at least every two years to ensure compliance with HQS standards.
Recommended Follow-Up: Implement policies and procedures to guarantee all units are inspected biennially.
Finding Text
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ? CFDA #14.871 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Applicable Federal Award Number and Year ? Housing Choice Vouchers ? 2022 Special Tests and Provisions ? HQS Inspections Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Noncompliance Criteria: The Program requires the Authority to complete an inspection at least biennially to determine if the unit meets HQS standards. Condition: We noted one of the tenants tested for standard inspections did not have biennial HQS inspection scheduled or completed in 2022. Cause: Management oversight. Effect: The lack of controls and experience resulted in a tenant not receiving the required inspection. Questioned Costs: N/A Context/Sampling: For HQS inspections, a non-statistical sample of 40 transactions of over 250 were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Year: No. Recommendation: The Authority should implement policies and procedures to ensure that all units are inspected at least biennially. View of Responsible Officials: Management agrees with the finding.
Categories
HUD Housing ProgramsInternal Control / Segregation of DutiesSpecial Tests & ProvisionsSignificant Deficiency