February HUD-REAC Newsletter: Door Hardware
In this February 2022 issue of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I am going to discuss the Door Hardware deficiencies that can be recorded under Exterior, Common Areas and Units. As far as scoring value, it depends on how large your property and where the door is recorded as a deficiency. Generally, doors recorded under Exterior are the highest scoring then Common Areas and then Units. For a single-building property, an...
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January HUD-REAC Newsletter:Site – Retaining Walls
Happy New Year! In this January 2022 issue of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I am going to explain how HUD defines retaining walls and the levels of deficiencies associated with this inspectable area. Our HUD-REAC/UPCS Webinar Training Registration is OPEN! We are limited to 100 attendees – Click below to register today: HUD-REAC/UPCS Webinar Training Registration Site: Retaining Walls: HUD’s Definition: A wall built to support or prevent the advance...
Read MoreDecember HUD-REAC Newsletter: Housekeeping/Hoarding and what REAC inspectors do NOT inspect!
In December’s edition of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I will be discussing what REAC inspectors can record when you have housekeeping or hoarding issues as well as what inspectors do NOT record. Announcements Give the gift of knowledge! Our next “Getting REAC Ready” training series is back by popular demand – Click here to register, space is limited! https://c4n6.com/site/hud-pre-reac-inspections/hudreacwebinars/ Don’t forget to pick up you holiday gifts here: https://c4n6.com/site/hud-pre-reac-inspections/reac-resources/ ...
Read MoreNovember HUD-REAC Newsletter: REAC Quick Prep Guide – Inspection Checklist – REAC Binder – Spreadsheets
In November’s edition of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I am providing you with 5 essential tools to help you prepare for your REAC inspection! REAC Quick Prep Guide Condensed list of high scoring deficiencies that are relatively simple/inexpensive to repair. Organized into the 5 inspect able areas plus Health & Safeties Check boxes are provided for an easy way to monitor and track REAC preparation The Guide should be used...
Read MoreREAC Protocol on Items You Do Not Own
In October’s edition of our HUD-REAC Monthly Newsletter, I will be discussing when deficiencies are recorded on items you do not own. Will they affect your score? Can you appeal? Fencing/Gates Any deficiencies found on fencing and/or gates that are 4 feet or higher will be recorded and scored against you – whether you own it or not! (Compilation Bulletin, Page 30) You can absolutely appeal under “Ownership Issues” If...
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Deficiencies in Site: Parking Lots/Driveways and Roads
URGENT: Updated COVID Protocol Inspector Notice 2021-02 has been rescinded by HUD on August 30th – this means the 28-day notice for a REAC inspection is still in effect until further notice! CLICK THE LINKS for the current COVID-19 protocols: Inspector Notice 2021-01 or the REAC Updated FAQs Federal Register - Site: Parking Lots – Driveways – Roads 2 Deficiencies are in this inspectable area: Cracks/Settlement/Heaving/Loose Materials/Potholes Damaged pavement...
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