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Explains inspectible areas (interior and exterior), common NSPIRE life-threatening examples like carbon monoxide/smoke alarms, egress, water heater issues, electrical hazards, and fire protection components, plus how severe deficiencies affect repairs and reinspection timelines within 24 hours and potential abatement or termination 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space inhabited by the participant and family.  \nEx: Balcony, Bathroom, Storage Closets, Garages  \nInside: Common areas and building systems throughout the property, including spaces that may be accessible to the family.  \nEx: Basements, closets, community rooms, halls, corridors, offices, trash collection areas, etc.  \nOutside: Building site & exterior components and any systems located outside of the building or unit.  \nEx: Retaining Walls, mailboxes, signs, parking lots, storm drainage, Walkways, etc.  \nLife-Threatening Consequences  \nAnnua l/ Biennia l Initia l  \nSpecia l & QC  \nTenant Landlord  \nIf a 24-hour life-threatening (LT) deficiency was found during the initial inspection and has not been corrected by the time of the reinspection, the voucher holder CANNOT lease up and must search for another unit.  \nIf a 24-hour life-threatening (LT) deficiency was identified during the initial inspection and has not been corrected by the time of thereinspection, RHA will reject the unit and the voucher holder will not be permitted to lease up.  \nIf a 24-hour lifethreatening (LT) reinspection is scheduled and the tenant refuses entry, housing assistance may be terminated.  \nIf RHA conducts a 24-hour life-threatening (LT) reinspection and the deficiency has not been corrected, the unit will automatically be placed in abatement.  \nDeficiencies & Repair Time  \nSevere  \nLow  \nModerate  \nN/A  \nLifeThreatening  \n24 hrs   \n30 days  \n30 days  \nLT Examples  \nCarbon Monoxide & Smoke Alarm  \n Missing, not properly working, or improper installation.  \n A 10-year sealed or hard-wired smoke alarm is now required  \nEgress  \n Sleeping room with obstructed egress/rescue opening/fire escape.  \nWater Heater  \n Damaged, missing, TPR valve leak/damaged/ capped, or discharge line less than 2” or more than 6” from floor.  \nClothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation  \n Electric/Gas Dryer transition duct is detached/missing, exhaust ventilation system has restricted airflow/blocked & is constructed of unsuitable material  \nGuardrail  \n Missing, not installed or not adequate for walking surfaces 30” aboveground/floor.  \nConductor, Outlet & Switch  \n Outlet/switch is damage, exposed electrical wiring or & not properly insulated/closed.  \n Water is in contact or there is ½ in gap in any high voltage  \nService Panel  \n Fuse or breaker is damage  \nExit Sign  \n Exit sign is damage  \nFire Extinguisher  \n Fire extinguisher is damage/missing, service tag is missing, illegible or expired or pressure guage reads over or under-charge.  \nFire Sprinkler Assembly  \n Sprinkler head is obstructed within 18 '’, component(s) is damage, inoperable or missing.  \n[www. rentonhousing.org](www. rentonhousing.org)  \nSCHEDULED LETTERS  \nBELOW IS A PREVIEW OF THE INSPECTION SCHEDULED LETTER. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. THE LANGUAGE MAY VARY SLIGHTLY BETWEEN TENANT AND LANDLORD VERSIONS. THIS LETTER ALSO SERVES AS OFFICIAL NOTICE THAT IF ANY 24-HOUR LIFE-THREATENING DEFICIENCIES ARE IDENTIFIED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, WE WILL RETURN WITHIN 24 HOURS TO VERIFY THAT THE REQUIRED REPAIRS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED.  \nTenants Landlord  \nIf you have any questions or concerns do not hesistateto reach out!  \nReview both of the deficiencies list.  \nNote that the scheduled letter also  \nserves as your  \nofficial 24-hour reinspection notice.  \nTenants & Landlords, please provide your current phone number and email address so we can contact you if needed.  \nRHA Inspection Team  \nClaribel Hernandez – Inspection Coordinator / Landlord Liaison  \n[ch@rentonhousing.org](ch@rentonhousing.org)[ ](ch@rentonhousing.org)425-226-1850 ext. 246  \nCameron Rector-HCV Inspector  \n[cnr@rentonhousing.org](cnr@rentonhousing.org)[ ](cnr@rentonhousing.org)425-226-1850 ext. 240  \nMost Common NSPIRE  Life-Threatening  \nDeficiencies Deficiencies  \n LANDLORD GUIDE  \nWhat to Know  \nRHA strong","cbCailnaeUlJxaOR","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCailnaeUlJxaOR","pdf",839775,"English","# Landlord Guide\n## What to Know\n## Prior to Inspection\n## During Inspection\n## After Inspection\n## Most Common NSPIRE Deficiencies\n# Tenant Guide\n## What to Know\n## Prior to Inspection\n## During Inspection\n## If LT Deficiencies Are Found\n# Inspectible Areas & Examples\n## Unit: Interior\n## Inside: Common Areas\n## Outside: Exterior Components","[{\"question\":\"What happens if a 24-hour life-threatening deficiency is not corrected after reinspection?\",\"answer\":\"If the 24-hour life-threatening deficiency has not been corrected by the time of reinspection, HAP will be abated until the unit meets NSPIRE standards, and voucher holders may be prevented from leasing up depending on the scenario described.\"},{\"question\":\"Which areas are included in the NSPIRE inspection?\",\"answer\":\"The inspection covers interior unit spaces, common areas and building systems throughout the property, and exterior site components and systems located outside the building or unit.\"},{\"question\":\"What does the inspection team do during the inspection?\",\"answer\":\"Inspectors enter the unit and inspect inside (common areas) and outside, test plumbing, lock and unlock doors, open cabinets, and check items relevant to NSPIRE deficiencies, including alarm testing that may create loud noises.\"}]","Landlord & Tenant Guide - National Standards for Physical Inspection of Real Estate | PDF",1789528300]