Mixed Deck — All HUD Topics Flashcards

Which HUD program specifically provides funding for energy and water efficiency improvements to existing HUD-assisted multifamily housing portfolios?

Answer: Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP)

The Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) was established under the Inflation Reduction Act to fund energy, water, and climate resilience improvements in HUD-assisted multifamily properties.

What is the primary purpose of HUD's REAC inspection program?

Answer: To ensure HUD-assisted housing maintains decent, safe, and sanitary conditions

REAC's mission is to ensure that HUD-assisted housing is maintained in decent, safe, and sanitary condition, protecting residents and HUD's financial interests in the properties.

During a weatherization inspection, a HUD inspector identifies combustion appliances in a tight, well-sealed home. What is the primary safety concern?

Answer: Carbon monoxide backdrafting due to insufficient combustion air

In a tight home, combustion appliances may lack sufficient makeup air, causing negative pressure that can backdraft flue gases including carbon monoxide into the living space.

When a PHA abates HAP payments due to HQS violations, what happens if the owner corrects the deficiencies?

Answer: HAP payments resume but back-payment is not made for the abatement period

Once the owner corrects HQS deficiencies and the unit passes reinspection, HAP payments resume, but the PHA does not reimburse payments withheld during the abatement period.

What is the maximum height of a threshold at an accessible primary entrance under Fair Housing design standards?

Answer: 3/4 inch

HUD accessibility guidelines allow thresholds at accessible entrances to be no higher than 3/4 inch and must be beveled if above 1/4 inch.

Under HQS, what is the standard for electrical outlets required in habitable rooms?

Answer: At least 2 working outlets or 1 outlet and 1 working light fixture per room

HQS requires at least 2 working electrical outlets, OR at least 1 working outlet and 1 working light fixture in each habitable room.

A risk assessment of a pre-1978 single-family rental home finds intact LBP on exterior window frames and lead dust levels below clearance standards. What response is appropriate?

Answer: Interim controls—stabilize the paint, clean lead-contaminated surfaces, and establish an operations and maintenance plan

When LBP is intact and lead dust is below clearance levels, interim controls (stabilization, cleaning, O&M plan) are the appropriate response—full abatement is not required for non-hazardous conditions.

Under HQS, which of the following best describes the 'site and neighborhood' inspection category?

Answer: Assessing whether the site has conditions that are hazardous or seriously detrimental to occupants

The HQS Site and Neighborhood category evaluates whether the site and immediate neighborhood have serious hazards that threaten occupant health or safety.

A HUD inspector finds that a window in a bedroom cannot be opened from the inside. Under HQS, this is a deficiency because:

Answer: Operable windows serve as emergency egress and provide ventilation

HQS requires that windows be openable for emergency egress purposes and adequate ventilation. Inoperable windows in sleeping rooms create both a safety and habitability issue.

What is the difference between a lead-based paint inspection and a lead risk assessment?

Answer: An inspection identifies the presence and location of LBP; a risk assessment identifies lead hazards and recommends corrective actions

A lead-based paint inspection determines whether and where LBP is present; a risk assessment evaluates lead hazards (paint, dust, soil) and recommends how to address them.

Under HQS, what is the standard for an 'adequate' electrical supply in a dwelling unit?

Answer: A wiring system free of hazardous conditions with sufficient outlets in each room

HQS focuses on safety and functionality — the electrical system must be free of hazardous conditions and provide sufficient outlets so occupants don't rely on extension cords as permanent wiring.

What is the purpose of HUD's Voucher Management System (VMS) in the administration of the HCV program?

Answer: A HUD financial and program data system that PHAs use to report utilization, expenditures, and HAP transactions to HUD monthly

VMS is the primary HUD reporting system where PHAs submit monthly financial and program utilization data, allowing HUD to track HAP expenditures, voucher utilization, and program performance.

Under HUD's Lead Safe Housing Rule, what lead dust wipe clearance standard applies to floors after lead hazard reduction activities?

Answer: 10 ug/ft2

HUD's current clearance standard for floors after lead hazard reduction is 10 ug/ft2 (micrograms per square foot) of lead in dust wipe samples.

An inspector completes an HQS inspection and notes several deficiencies. Which deficiency category allows the landlord 30 days to correct?

Answer: Non-life-threatening (Standard) deficiencies

Non-life-threatening HQS deficiencies must be corrected within 30 days; life-threatening deficiencies require correction within 24 hours.

A manufactured home's serial number can typically be found in which location?

Answer: On the tongue of the chassis near the hitch

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or serial number is stamped on the chassis tongue near the hitch and is also on the Data Plate.

Which category of federally assisted housing built before 1978 is EXEMPT from HUD's Lead Safe Housing Rule?

Answer: Housing specifically designated for elderly persons or persons with disabilities with no children under 6

HUD's Lead Safe Housing Rule exempts housing specifically designated for elderly or persons with disabilities where no child under 6 resides or is expected to reside.

A HUD inspector observes standing water in a unit's basement and visible mold on the walls. Under HQS, this condition relates to which inspection category?

Answer: Interior Air Quality and Sanitary Conditions

Standing water and mold relate to Interior Air Quality (mold as an air contaminant) and Sanitary Conditions (accumulated moisture/standing water). Both HQS categories may be cited.

What is 'paint stabilization' as required under HUD's lead-based paint rule?

Answer: Repairing deteriorated paint including the substrate and applying intact paint or covering the surface

Paint stabilization involves treating deteriorated paint by repairing the substrate, removing loose paint, and applying a new coat or cover to create a stable, intact surface that does not generate lead dust.

Under HQS, what is required of a unit's foundation and structural components to pass inspection?

Answer: Foundation and structural components must be structurally sound with no serious defects

HQS requires that the foundation and all structural components be free of serious structural defects that would compromise the safety or habitability of the unit.

In HUD inspection reports, what does the designation 'Fail — Life-Threatening' require of the housing provider?

Answer: Correction within 24 hours

Life-threatening HQS failures require correction within 24 hours; if not corrected, the Housing Assistance Payments contract may be suspended or abated.