Inspection FAQs: There is mold in my unit. What do I do?

For an apartment to be leased by a Metro Housing|Boston Section 8 voucher holder, the apartment must meet the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and the supplemental inspection requirements of the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). For this reason, it is important to address inspectional issues accordingly as they are occurring and address matters with the tenant first. Units in which are not within HQS may result in termination of payments or termination in the HAP contract.

There is mold in my unit. What do I do?

Any mold in the unit should be addressed with the owner directly and a licensed professional for mold removal. This issue needs to be resolved within 30 days and our agency will conduct an inspection within the 30 days as it can have negative health effects on your family. Please report if you have attempted to address the issue with the owner and have not received communication. Proof can consist of emails or text messages between you and owner.