HUD REAC/NSPIRE
HUD's new inspection model, NSPIRE, launches in 2023, introducing a more comprehensive and objective evaluation process. With 65+ standards and 420+ deficiencies, NSPIRE prioritizes health and safety deficiencies, particularly unit deficiencies, to safeguard residents. Our team has thoroughly indexed each NSPIRE standard, creating an online search tool for easy access.
NSPIRE combines UPCS, HQS inspections, and international building codes, focusing on health and safety rather than appearance or specific items. By increasing the maximum sample size from 27 to 32 units, HUD improves inspection accuracy. The inspection process is simplified by reducing inspectable areas from five to three: Inside, Outside, and Units.
NSPIRE replaces UPCS and Housing Quality Standards, streamlining inspections and increasing efficiency. The implementation prioritizes resident health and safety, accounting for changes in HUD's portfolio. Deficiencies no longer include peeling paint, graffiti, overgrown vegetation, and other non-safety-related items.
NSPIRE's effective start dates are:
- Public Housing regulations: July 1, 2023
- Multifamily Housing programs: October 1, 2023 (including Housing Choice Voucher, Project Based Voucher, Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation Program, HOME, HTF, HOPWA, ESG, and CoC)
HUD REAC/NSPIRE PRE-Inspections
At KBL Housing Consultants, we offer expert Pre-REAC Inspections to ensure your success in the NSPIRE program. Our team of experienced, certified NSPIRE inspectors utilizes cutting-edge software, Inspect-Edge, to conduct thorough Pre-REAC/NSPIRE inspections on your property. This innovative software provides an accurate pre-NSPIRE score, identifying potential issues and solutions before the inspection, and generates a comprehensive report with photos, health/safety rationales, and locations. Our dedicated inspectors work closely with you to evaluate areas requiring immediate attention and those that can be addressed later. By prioritizing NSPIRE preparation, we ensure your property is always inspection-ready, aligning with HUD's standards for optimal scores.
Our Pre-REAC Inspection report is a detailed analysis of your property's compliance with NSPIRE standards. Our experts review the report with you, explaining the reasoning behind each finding and providing recommendations for improvement.
With our Pre-REAC Inspection, you will be able to:
- Identify and address safety-related issues before they become major problems
- Prioritize tasks and create a plan for long-term success
- Feel confident in your property's readiness for the REAC inspection
Trust us to guide you towards success. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering exceptional results in every inspection.
Ensure REAC Success with Expert Preparation
A subpar REAC score is not an option. Our comprehensive, property-wide inspections conducted by NSPIRE experts will prepare you for success. Leverage our innovative Inspect Edge software to optimize your potential effortlessly.
Meet Annual HUD Requirements with Ease
NSPIRE maintains its mandate for comprehensive annual inspections. We fulfill this obligation cost-effectively by conducting thorough examinations of all units, common areas, and exteriors using NSPIRE Version 3.0.
HUD REAC/NSPIRE PRE-Inspection Reporting Styles
The comprehensive suite of inspection reports includes the NSPIRE-based Inspection Report, organized by sections and individual evaluations with downloadable PDF attachments; the customizable Inspection Customizable Report allowing parameter-specific queries; the Excel Report summarizing large datasets with sorting and filtering capabilities; the Inspection Scoring Overview with a detailed snapshot and overall property score; the Inspection Picture Report with visual summaries and customizable queries; the Post-Inspection Report with real-time deficiency updates; and the HCV/PBV Inspection Report meeting Housing Agencies' requirements with pass/fail ratings and HUD form auto-population. All reports are designed for easy access and download as PDFs.
