This standard refers to moisture damage to interior surfaces. Under the NSPIRE standards, HUD refers to this as a “mold-like substance.” A “mold-like substance” can include regular or irregular patches or spots on surfaces that may be colored differently than the surface (coloration can be white, green, yellow, gray, brown, or black) and can be raised from the surface.
- A “mold-like substance” can appear “fuzzy” or “cottony,” and a musty or earthy odor can be associated with it.
- Detecting a musty or earthy odor alone is not to be recorded under this standard; visual observation of a “mold-like substance” is required.
- “Mold-like substance” would also include what is often identified as “mildew,” i.e., small patches, generally on non-porous surfaces, and dusty (friable) when dry.
- Mildew is generally a thin surface growth that can be wiped off easily.
- Algae are not to be recorded (algae are grass-green).
- This deficiency is not recorded if observed on household items (e.g., clothing, upholstery, food
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| Def# | Deficiency | Severity | Repair Due | HCV Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moisture damage on a surface from 4 Sq. In.to 1sf.(Units)) | Moderate | 30 Days | Fail |
| 1 | Moisture damage on a surface from 4 Sq. In. to 1 S.F.(Common Areas) | Low | 60 Days | Pass |
| 2 | Moisture damage on a surface from 1 to 9 S.F. (Units) | Severe | 24 Hours** | Fail |
| 2 | Moisture damage on a surface from 1 to 9 S.F. (Common Areas) | Moderate | 30 Days | Fail |
| 3 | Moisture damage on a surface more than 9 S.F. (Units) | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
| 3 | Moisture damage on a surface more than 9 S.F. (Common Area) | Severe | 24 Hours** | Fail |
| 4 | Elevated moisture level in a unit | Moderate | 30 Days | Fail |
| 4 | Elevated moisture level in a common area | Low | 60 Days | Pass |
**PBV/HCV Correction Timeframe is 30 Days for this Deficiency
Mold-Like Substance Standard V3.0 Updated 6/16/23”
Mold-Like Substance Standard V3.0 Updated 8/11/23”
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Last modified:
15 August 2023
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