Erosion of Housing Choice Voucher Program Due to Outdated Inspection Regime
Tuesday, 2 April 2024, 15:00
Policymakers' Call for Inspection Overhaul
Limited landlord participation due to outdated regulations.
Current Inspection Regime Challenges
- Obsolete inspection standards dating back to 1995
- Causing delays in the leasing process and income loss for landlords
- Decreasing availability of suitable units for voucher holders
Updated Approach Needed
- Congressional consideration for market-specific inspection systems
- Potential shift to self-certifications and audit-based evaluations
- Lessons from innovative inspection practices under the Moving to Work program
Reforming the inspection regime is crucial to ensuring the Housing Choice Voucher program's effectiveness in addressing current housing challenges.
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