Inspections Standards

Effective April 22, 2010, new federal requirements will apply to all properties cited for defective paint and in which a child under 6 years old resides or will reside.  Please click here for more information.

Inspection Checklist

All units must pass a Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspection prior to going under contract with the Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP).  The units must also pass the HQS Inspection at least annually.  Housing Quality Standards are based on the minimum, nationwide standards established by HUD. 

Owners should use the HQS Inspection Checklist for the common reasons a unit may fail.  This list should be used to go over the unit prior to the HCVP Inspection.  Any questions about the inspections process should be directed to (216) 431-1471 or landlordportal@cmha.net. 

Municipal Requirements

Many cities require property owners to register their property as a rental with their local city hall.  Owners should contact their local city hall to find out what their requirements are.  Failure to comply with local building and housing ordinances is considered a HQS violation by the HCVP and will prevent units from going under contract.