Finding 610178 (2022-002)

- Repeat Finding
Requirement
N
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2022
Accepted
2023-04-18
Audit: 33347
Organization: Fulton Gardens II Corporation (TX)

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: The security deposit account lacks sufficient funds to cover tenant liabilities, risking non-refunds for moving tenants.
  • Impacted Requirements: Compliance with federal regulations regarding tenant security deposits is not being met due to insufficient cash in the account.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Management should transfer adequate funds to the security deposit account by 12/31/23 to resolve the issue.

Finding Text

Findings reference number: 2022-002 Title and AL Number of Federal Program: Project Rental Assistance Contract, AL 14.157 Type of finding: Federal Award (Compliance) Resolution Status: In process Population size: N/A Sample size: N/A Repeat finding: Yes Criteria: The tenant security deposits bank account should have enough cash to cover the tenant security deposit liability. Condition: Review of the security deposit account showed that the balance as of December 31, 2022 was insufficient to cover the tenant security deposit liability. Cause: The Project had a shortfall of operational cash and used some funds from the security deposit account. Effect: The Project may not be able to refund the security deposit for tenants moving out. Noncompliance code: M. Security deposits. Questioned costs: N/A. Reporting views of officials: Auditee agrees with the finding. Contract Number: 114-EE150 Context: The funds were withdrawn because of a shortfall of operating cash and need for necessary repairs to the property. Recommendation: Management must transfer enough funds to the security deposit account to cover the tenant security deposit liability. Completion date: 12/31/23 Auditee's Response: Auditee agrees with the finding and will replenish the money to the security deposit account as soon as possible.

Categories

Reporting

Other Findings in this Audit

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.157 Supportive Housing for the Elderly $147,416