D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 14-5326

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 25, June 21, 2024

Rule 14-5326 - EMERGENCY REPAIR ITEMS LIST

5326.1

The following items are to be considered of an emergency nature and shall be corrected by the owner within twenty-four (24) hours of notice by the

Inspector:

(a) Electrical outlet smoking or sparking;

(b) Escaping gas from gas stove;

(c) Major plumbing leaks or flooding;

(d) Natural gas leak or fumes;

(e) Electrical situation which could result in shock or fire;

(f) No heat when outside temperature is below fifty degrees Farenheit (50º F);

(g) Lack of utilities; and

(h) Any other condition the Inspector deems necessary which may cause a threat to tenant's health or safety.

5326.2

If the owner does not make the required emergency repairs within twenty-four (24) hours of notice of the owner violations, Housing Assistance Payments shall be abated in accordance with § 5329.

5326.3

If the Family does not make the required emergency repairs within twenty-four (24) hours of notice of the failed Family violation(s), the Family shall be recommended for termination.

D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 14-5326

Final Rulemaking published at 59 DCR 7890, 7908 (June 29, 2012)

Authority: Board of Commissioners of the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 6-203 (2008 Repl.)