What is the Housing Quality Standard (HQS) Inspection?
HUD requires HAMC to perform an HQS inspection of all Section 8 units before entering into a Housing Assistance Payment contract with an owner, and at least annually thereafter. The inspection confirms whether an apartment meets minimum physical standards established by HUD. All voucher holders are required to provide access to HAMC staff to allow them to perform the inspection. A family that fails to provide access may be terminated from the program. Inspection Checklist…
