RECOMMENDATIONS
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Executive Director of the Housing Authority, or designee, to execute a contract with Sterling Claim Services, Inc. (Sterling) for Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) inspections for the period of July 19, 2016 through July 18, 2021.
BACKGROUND
HUD requires housing authorities to conduct an annual Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections of every unit leased under the voucher program and also a Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) inspection of every public housing unit. Additional inspections are required as a follow up to any failed inspections, in response to complaints, and as deemed appropriate to ensure compliance with federal program regulations.
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