3 - PUBLIC HEARING ANNUAL ACTION PLAN

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Administrative Plan 4/1/16 Page 8-18 Interior Air Quality The dwelling unit must be free of air pollutant levels that threaten the occupants’ health. There must be adequate air circulation in the dwelling unit. Bathroom areas must have one openable window or other adequate ventilation. Any sleeping room must have at least one window. If a window was designed to be opened, it must be in proper working order. Water Supply The dwelling unit must be served by an approved public or private water supply that is sanitary and free from contamination. Plumbing fixtures and pipes must be free of leaks and threats to health and safety. Lead-Based Paint Lead-based paint requirements apply to dwelling units built prior to 1978 that are occupied or can be occupied by families with children under six years of age, excluding zero bedroom dwellings. Owners must: • Disclose known lead-based paint hazards to prospective tenants before the lease is signed, • provide all prospective families with "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home", • Stabilize deteriorated painted surfaces and conduct hazard reduction activities when identified by SAHA • Notify tenants each time such an activity is performed • Conduct all work in accordance with HUD safe practices • As part of ongoing maintenance ask each family to report deteriorated paint. For units occupied by environmental intervention blood lead level (lead poisoned) children under six years of age, a risk assessment must be conducted (paid for by SAHA). If lead hazards are identified during the risk assessment, the owner must complete hazard reduction activities. See HCV GB p. 10-15 for a detailed description of these requirements. For additional information on lead-based paint requirements see 24 CFR 35, Subparts A, B, M, and R. Access Use and maintenance of the unit must be possible without unauthorized use of other private properties. The building must provide an alternate means of exit in case of fire. Site and Neighborhood The site and neighborhood must be reasonably free from disturbing noises and reverberations, excessive trash or vermin, or other dangers to the health, safety, and general welfare of the occupants. Sanitary Condition The dwelling unit and its equipment must be in sanitary condition and free of vermin and rodent infestation. The unit must have adequate barriers to prevent infestation. 3-228