Annual Inspection

If your property fails the annual inspection for Section 8 housing, the PHA usually gives the landlord 14-30 days to make the repairs, unless the “failure” is considered life threatening in which case Federal laws requires that repairs be made within 24 hours.
Generally it’s the landlord’s responsibility to maintain the property as outlined in the Section 8 housing guidelines; however the landlord may hold the tenant responsible for tenant-caused damages. If the landlord is holding the tenant responsible for the repairs, he must notify the tenant in writing and identify the repairs needed. A copy of this information should be provided to the Housing Authority. If the tenant fails to repair the tenant-caused damages within the specified time-frame, the tenant’s voucher may be rescinded.
If you fail to make adequate repairs on ‘failed’ items or haven’t completed the repairs within the time period given, you may end up having your payments withheld by the PHA. Once you have successfully completed all repairs, Housing Assistance Payments will resume, prorated from the date that your property passes its third and final inspection. Remember: the tenant is not responsible for the abated Housing Assistance Payment.