This is Part 1 of our new 5-part series called "20 Most Impactful REAC Defects". With over 20 years of continual experience in the UPCS/REAC arena and having reviewed thousands of REAC reports, we have compiled the 20 most important and commonly cited deficiencies. We will highlight four in each of the five inspectable areas: Site, Exterior, System
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NSPIRE and Resident Engagement
Just last month HUD/REAC announced their desire to engage the residents within the new NSPIRE inspection standards. The two ways they plan to accomplish this is (1) by bringing back a comprehensive resident survey and (2) including 5 additional units during a REAC inspection. These extra units will be selected by a “resident group” or other risk mo
New Resident Notification Requirement
On Feb 3rd, HUD started their new “follow up inspection” program called QAI. Because of the potential for a follow up inspection within 2-5 days of your actual REAC inspection, you are now required to provide notice to your residents that includes 5 additional days. The “Notification To Residents” needs to include the dates of the scheduled REAC in
Importance of a “REAC Folder”
Understand one simple fact: the longer the inspector is on your property, the more defects they will locate…plain and simple. One of the best ways to get the day started quickly and on the right foot, is to have a "REAC Folder" ready for the inspector. This folder should contain everything the inspector needs to get the ball rolling within his soft