July 9, 2007

• Landlord's Guide to HQS

  In order to participate in the Housing Assistance Payment Program, units must be safe, clean and free of conditions that might harm the occupants. The entire building and common areas are included in our inspection. This guide is to be used to help you decide if the house or apartment you own or [...]

June 20, 2007

• Common Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Deficiencies

  Entry Doors : Must lock securely. Check the weather-stripping. If there are gaps that let air in, weather-stripping must be applied. Check the doorjamb and strike plate for defects.
  Windows : Those designed to open must open and have a permanent lock attached (sticks and thumbscrews are not accepted as locking devices). The windowpanes must [...]

June 17, 2007

• ALL Utilities Must Be On For Inspection

  All new move-in inspections will require ALL utilities on before the inspection can be made.