Housing Quality Standards

9 MOST COMMON FAIL ITEMS

You need to inspect your unit for these most common fail items and all others listed next.

The above list covers only the most common fail items - not all that will be inspected. Please review and

check these areas - they could save you time and extra “out of pocket” rent if additional time is needed

for repairs and to re-inspection of fail items. Keep in mind, if it is in the residence, around the residence

or a part of the residence, it must function.

IF THERE IS ANY PEELING PAINT ANYWHERE ON OR INSIDE THE RESIDENCE, IT WILL NOT BE INSPECTED.

Smoke Detectors:

There must be an operating smoke detector on each level of the residence

Roof:

No leaks to the interior
If guttering is in place it must be functional and complete-no leaks, no missing parts

Exterior:

All windows must have screens no bent frames, no holes
Windows must have locks in place and they must function
Windows cannot be broken or cracked
All exterior doors must have locks installed
No structural damage
No tripping hazards
Railings must be installed on all landings, porches, and decks over 36 inches off
ground
Handrails must be installed on three or more steps, steps over 36 inches high
must have a handrail on both sides
“Handrails” must be a true handrail, not a 2 x 4 or 2 x 6 board
No trash on the property

Heating & Plumbing:

NO VENTLESS GAS HEATERS.
If the residence has a ventless gas heater, it must be removed
No exposed wiring
You must have a heat source that will directly or indirectly heat the entire residence
No plumbing leaks
All sinks must have drain traps in place
Water heater must have a pipe installed on the pressure relief valve, piped within 6 inches of the floor or through the floor
No leaks on the water heater
Wiring on water heater installed properly

Electrical:

Living Room:

Living areas must have one fixed overhead light and one operational outlet Or Two separate functioning outlets

Bedrooms:

All bedrooms must have one fixed overhead light and one functioning outlet or two separate functioning outlets
All bedrooms must have one window. If the window is designed to open it must open. All windows must have functioning locks and screens.
No holes in walls-ceilings-floors or doors
Doors must have all hardware and must be functional

Kitchen:

Stove-all burners and oven must be operational
Kitchens must have one fixed overhead light and one operational outlet
Must have a functional refrigerator with good seals
Must have a place to prepare food-no broken drawers, damaged counters, and no broken cabinets

Bathroom:

Mobile Homes:

All mobile homes must have approved anchors or tie-downs in place and must be made available for the inspector to view during the inspection
Plus all other items listed above