5.1. Flooring and Floor Covering

Flooring and floor covering refer to the substrate (underlayment, concrete, etc.) and coverings such as tile, vinyl covering, and carpet. It does not refer to loose or unfixed covering, like an area rug. The following are clarifications on design related to flooring and floor covering:

1. Unfinished concrete floors that are not painted or polished in rooms such as basements or mechanical rooms are acceptable.
2. Unfinished concrete floors that are not painted or polished in living areas or areas regularly used by residents in the common areas or units are not acceptable.
3. Unfinished floors are acceptable in a garage, storage room, maintenance room, utility room, or other room not intended for resident access.
   

Def#	Deficiency	Severity	Repair Due	HCV Rating
1	10% or more of the floor substrate area is exposed in any room	Moderate	30 Days	Fail
2	Subfloor is bowing, buckling, bulging, sagging, or misaligned within any room	Moderate	30 Days	Fail
2	Any wood rot, sloping, or deflection in flooring	Moderate	30 Days	Fail
2	Floor component(s) is not functionally adequate	Moderate	30 Days	Fail

Floor Covering and Finish Standard V3.0, Updated 8/11/23

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