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81.6
Ceiling Condition
1.
Living Room
“Unsound or hazardous” means the presence of such serious de-
1.1
Living Room Present
fects that either a potential exists for structural collapse or that large
Note: If the unit is an efficiency apartment, consider the living room
cracks or holes allow significant drafts to enter the unit. The condition
present.
includes: severe bulging or buckling; large holes; missing parts;
falling or in danger of falling loose surface materials (other than
1.2
Electricity
paper or paint).
In order to qualify, the outlets must be present and properly installed
Pass ceilings that are basically sound but have some nonhazardous
in the baseboard, wall or floor of the room. Do not count a single
defects, including: small holes or cracks; missing or broken ceiling
duplex receptacle as two outlets, i.e., there must be two of these in
tiles; water stains; soiled surfaces; unpainted surfaces; peeling paint
the room, or one of these plus a permanently installed ceiling or
(for peeling paint see item 1.9).
wall light fixture.
1.7
Wall Condition
Both the outlets and/or the light must be working. Usually, a room will
have sufficient lights or electrical appliances plugged into outlets to
“Unsound or hazardous” includes: serious defects such that the
determine workability. Be sure light fixture does not fail just because
structural safety of the building is threatened, such as severe
the bulb is burned out.
buckling, bulging or leaning; damaged or loose structural members;
large holes; air infiltration.
Do not count any of the following items or fixtures as outlets/fixtures:
Table or floor lamps (these are not permanent light fixtures); ceiling
Pass walls that are basically sound but have some nonhazardous
lamps plugged into socket; extension cords.
defects, including: small or shallow holes; cracks; loose or missing
parts; unpainted surfaces; peeling paint (for peeling paint see item 1.9).
If the electric service to the unit has been temporarily turned off
check ‘’Inconclusive.’’ Contact owner or manager after inspection to
1.8
Floor Condition
verify that electricity functions properly when service is turned on.
“Unsound or hazardous” means the presence of such serious de-
Record this information on the checklist.
fects that a potential exists for structural collapse or other threats to
1.3
Electrical Hazards
safety (e.g., tripping) or large cracks or holes allow substantial drafts
from below the floor. The condition includes: severe buckling or
Examples of what this means: broken wiring; noninsulated wiring;
major movements under walking stress; damaged or missing parts.
frayed wiring; improper types of wiring, connections or insulation;
wires lying in or located near standing water or other unsafe places;
Pass floors that are basically sound but have some nonhazardous
light fixture hanging from electric wiring without other firm support or
defects, including: heavily worn or damaged floor surface (for ex-
fixture; missing cover plates on switches or outlets; badly cracked
ample, scratches or gouges in surface, missing portions of tile or
outlets; exposed fuse box connections; overloaded circuits evi-
linoleum, previous water damage). If there is a floor covering, also
denced by frequently ‘’blown’’ fuses (ask the tenant).
note the condition, especially if badly worn or soiled. If there is a floor
covering, including paint or sealant, also note the conditions, spe-
Check “Inconclusive’’ if you are uncertain about severity of the
cially if badly worn, soiled or peeling (for peeling paint, see 1.9).
problem and seek expert advice.
1.9
Lead-Based Paint
1. 4 Security
Housing Choice Voucher Units If the unit was built January 1,
“Accessible to outside” means: doors open to the outside or to a
1978, or after, no child under age six will occupy or currently
common public hall; windows accessible from the outside (e.g.
occupies it, is a 0-BR, elderly or handicapped unit with no children
basement and first floor); windows or doors leading onto a fire
under age six on the lease or expected, has been certified lead-
escape, porch or other outside place that can be reached from the
based paint free by a certified lead-based paint inspector (no
ground.
lead-based paint present or no lead-based paint present after
“Lockable” means: the window or door has a properly working lock,
removal of lead-based paint.), check NA and do not inspect
or is nailed shut, or the window is not designed to be opened. A storm
painted surfaces.
window lock that is working properly is acceptable. Windows that are
nailed shut are acceptable only if these windows are not needed for
This requirement applies to all painted surfaces (building compo-
ventilation or as an alternate exit in case of fire.
nents) within the unit. (Do not include tenant belongings).
1.5
Window Condition
Surfaces to receive a visual assessment for deteriorated paint
include walls, floors, ceilings, built in cabinets (sink bases),
Rate the windows in the room (including windows in doors).
baseboards, doors, door frames, windows systems including
“Severe deterioration” means that the window no longer has the
mullions, sills, or frames and any other painted building compo-
capacity to keep out the wind and the rain or is a cutting hazard.
nent within the unit. Deteriorated paint includes any painted
Examples are: missing or broken-out panes; dangerously loose
surface that is peeling, chipping, chalking, cracking, damaged or
cracked panes; windows that will not close; windows that, when
otherwise separated from the substrate.
closed, do not form a reasonably tight seal.
If more than one window in the room is in this condition, give details
All deteriorated paint surfaces more than 2 sq. ft. in any one
in the space provided on the right of the form.
interior room or space, or more than 10% of the total surface
area of an interior type of component with a small surface
If there is only “moderate deterioration” of the windows the item
area (i.e., window sills, baseboards, and trim) must be stabi-
should "Pass." "Moderate deterioration” means windows which are
lized (corrected) in accordance with all safe work practice
reasonably weather-tight, but show evidence of some aging, abuse,
requirements and clearance is required. If the deteriorated
or lack of repair. Signs of deterioration are: minor crack in window
painted surface is less than 2 sq. ft. or less than 10% of the
pane; splintered sill; signs of some minor rotting in the window frame
component, only stabilization is required. Clearance testing
or the window itself; window panes loose because of missing window
is not required. Stabilization means removal of deteriorated
putty. Also for deteriorated and peeling paint see 1.9. If more than
paint, repair of the substrate, and application of a new protective
one window is in this condition, give details in the space provided on
coating or paint. Lead-Based Paint Owner Certification is
the right of the form.
required following stabilization activities, except for de minimis
level repairs.
Previous editions are obsolete
form HUD-52580-A (9/2000)
Page 2 of 20
ref Handbook 7420.8
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