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2013 HOME Final Rule

August 26, 2021 by Alejandro Dominguez

The 2013 HOME Final Rule establishes Uniform Physical Conditions Standards (UPCS) as the inspection standard for the HUD HOME Program.

This applies to the acquisition of standard housing (down-payment assistance) along with ongoing rental housing.

UPCS Standards

Property standards for the HOME Program were established in CFR Title 24 / Subtitle A / Part 92 / Subpart F / 92.251 Property Standards.

Specific language from the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations), along with direct links to these passages, are below.

(c) Acquisition of standard housing

(3) “Existing housing that is acquired for homeownership (e.g., down-payment assistance)… At minimum, the standards must provide that the housing meets all applicable State and local housing quality standards and code requirements and the housing does not contain the specific deficiencies proscribed by HUD based on the applicable inspectable items and inspected areas in HUD-prescribed physical inspection procedures (Uniform Physical Condition Standards).”

(f) Ongoing property conditions standards: Rental Housing

(1)(i) “At a minimum, the participating jurisdiction’s ongoing property standards must include all inspectable items and inspectable areas specified by HUD based on the HUD physical inspection procedures (Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS))”.

How We Can Help

Our company, UPCS Inspectors LLC, provides in-person and online UPCS training specifically tailored for the HOME Program.

We have provided training for various planning and development departments in city governments across the United States.

In addition, we perform annual UPCS inspections of various HOME rental projects, along with file audits for rental calculation, median family income, and max rent compliance.

Please contact us if your organization requires any assistance with inspections, file audits, or training for the HOME program.

Safety Management & PPE Training Online

January 22, 2021 by Alejandro Dominguez

This 3-hour webinar introduces property management professionals to safety management, emergency plans, common hazards, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Topics to Be Covered

Introduction to Work Safety
Common Types of Work Hazards
Costs of Injuries
Handling Safety and Health Issues
How to Write Safety / Emergency Action Plans
Personal Protective Equipment
How to Deal with COVID-19
HUD Guidance and CARES Act Funding

In addition, the webinar includes PowerPoint handouts, group discussion, and checklist exercises.

The course will be taught by Alejandro Dominguez, a nationally recognized trainer and affordable housing consultant.

Alejandro is OSHA 30-Hour General Industry licensed by the US Department of Labor.

Why Safety Management Training?

This class is designed for housing professionals that care about safety at the work place. Reasons to attend include:

You want to learn how to write safety and emergency plans.
Staff is interested in the use of personal protective equipment.
A COVID-19 plan will help protect staff, partners, and residents.
Learn how to meet CARES Act fund requirements.

Above all, everyone is responsible for work place safety!

“This information is going to help us with our CARES Act funds!” – Executive Director, Texas PHA

Registration

ONLINE SALE! $99 per attendee. $79 per attendee for groups of three or more.

Please register by 2/26/21 to receive your digital materials on time. An online invoice will be emailed to the point of contact.

For your convenience, credit card payments can be processed online. Please mail checks prior to the deadline to ensure registration.

Download Paper Registration Form Here

Questions? Contact us at education@upcsinspectors.com or 512-653-6999.

Cancellation Policy: If you are not able to attend this UPCS training, you must notify UPCS Inspectors LLC via email 48 hours prior to the webinar to receive full refund. Substitutions are accepted. Cancellations less than 48 hours prior will be assessed a $25 fee. UPCS Inspectors LLC reserves the right to cancel the webinar at any time. If a webinar is cancelled, registration fees will be refunded in full.

Safety Consultation

Are you part of an organization that requires safety management consultation? We can provide custom services to match your needs. Please contact us to discuss your goals and needs.