Houskeeping Standards

In an effort to improve the livability and conditions of the apartments and owned and managed by the Authority, uniform standards for resident housekeeping have been developed for all tenant families. 

1. Authority Responsibility:  The standards that follow will be applied fairly and uniformly to all Tenants.  The Authority will inspect each unit at least annually, to determine compliance with the standards. Upon completion of an inspection, the Authority will notify Tenant in writing if he/she fails to comply with standards.  The Authority will advise Tenant of the specific correction(s) required to establish compliance, and indicate that training is available, within a reasonable period of time; the Authority will constitute a violation of the lease terms.
   

2. Tenant Responsibility:  Tenant is required to abide by the standards set forth below.
   

3. Interior Housekeeping Standards: (Inside the Apartment)

General: 

1. Walls:  Should be clean, free of dirt, grease, holes, cobwebs, and  fingerprints.

2. Floors:  Should be clean, clear, dry and free of hazards.
   

3. Ceilings: Should be clean and free of cobwebs.

4. Windows:  Should be clean and not nailed shut.  Shades or blinds should be intact.
   

5. Woodwork:  Should be clean, free of dust, gouges, or scratches.
   

6. Doors:  Should be clean, free of grease and fingerprints.  Doorsteps should be present.  Locks should work.
   

7. Heating Units:  Should be dusted and access uncluttered.
   

8. Trash:  Shall be disposed of properly and not left in the unit.
   

9. Entire Unit: Should be free of rodent or insect infestation.

Kitchen: 

1. Stove:  Should be clean and free of food and grease.
2. Refrigerator:  Should be clean.  Freezer door should close properly and freezer should have no more than one inch of ice. 
3. Cabinets:  Should be clean and neat.  Cabinet surfaces and counter top should free of grease and spilled food.  Cabinets should not be overloaded.  Storage under the sink should be limited to small or lightweight items to permit access for repairs.  Heavy pots and pans should not be stored under the sink.
4. Exhaust Fan:  Should be free of grease and dust.
5. Sink:  Should be clean, free of grease and garbage.  Dirty dishes should be washed and put away in a timely manner. 
6. Food Storage Areas:  Should be neat and clean with no spilled foods.
7. Trash/Garbage:  Should be stored in a covered container until removed to the disposal area. 
   

Bathroom: 

1. Toilet and Tank:  Should be clean and odor free.
2. Tub and Shower:  Should be clean and free of excessive mildew and mold.  Where applicable, shower curtains should be in place, and of adequate length.
3. Sink:  Should be clean.
4. Exhaust Fan:  Should be free of dust.
5. Floor:  Should be clean and dry.
   

Storage Areas

1. Linen Closet:  Should be neat and clean.
2. Other Closets:  Should be neat and clean.  No highly flammable materials should be stored in the unit.
   

4. Exterior Housekeeping Standards:  (Outside the Apartment)   

The following standards apply to family and scattered site development only; some standards apply only when the area noted is for the exclusive use of Tenant:

1. Yards:  Should be free of debris, trash, and abandoned cars.

           (2)    Porches and Balconies (front and rear):  Should be clean and free of debris and hazards.   Any items on the porch shall not impeded access to the unit.  Neither porches nor Balconies will be used as a storage room and/or as a clothes line. 

3. Steps (front and rear):  Should be clean and free of hazard.
   

4. Sidewalks: Should be clean and free of hazards.
   

5. Storm Doors:  Should be clean, with glass or screens intact.
   

6. Parking Lot:  Should be free of abandoned cars.  There should be no car repairs in the lots.
   

7. Hallways:  Should be clean and free of hazards.
   

8. Stairwells:  Should be clean and uncluttered.
   

9. Laundry Areas:  Should be clean and neat.
   

10. Utility Room:  Should be free of debris, motor vehicle parts, and flammable materials.