Finding 614220 (2022-002)

- Repeat Finding
Requirement
E
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2022
Accepted
2023-03-28

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: Some tenant files are missing required documents, impacting compliance with HUD regulations.
  • Impacted Requirements: HUD mandates that third-party verifications and specific tenant forms must be maintained in files.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Implement a procedure to ensure all necessary documentation is consistently included in tenant files.

Finding Text

Information on Universe Population Size: Population size was 16 files. Sample Size Information: Five tenant files were tested . Identification of Repeat Finding: Repeat finding . See 2021-002. Criteria: HUD requires that third party verification, confirmations and back up documentation for tenant annual re-certifications be maintained in the files. Additionally, HUD requires certain tenant forms and signatures to be kept in the tenant files. Condition: Some tenant files were missing required documents. Cause: Oversight by property manager. Effect: Auditor could not verify the tenant income and expense amounts in the annual re-certifications. Context: Auditor selected tenant files to test the tenant income and allowable expenses and noted several files in which the income and/or expenses could not be recalculated due to lack of back-up documentation. Recommendation: A procedure be implemented to ensure that the Project remains in compliance with its regulatory agreement and all required documentation is present in the files.

Categories

HUD Housing Programs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Other Findings in this Audit

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.157 Supportive Housing for the Elderly $86,177