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23-TDHCA HOME PROGRAMCITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM BRIEFING SHEET Submittal Date: S/7/12 Originating Depattment: Presented By: Agenda Item No.: Council Date: 5/14/12 City Manager Gene Anderson 23. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve a resolution awarding a bid to Whitaker Homes construct up to eleven new homes under the TDHCA HOME Program and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute all necessary documents. POLICY ISSUE(S): Contract award; Community development BACKGROUND: The City received a HOME Program grant from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to build up to eleven new homes for qualified low- and moderate-income homeowners. A ' request for proposals was issued for construction of the homes. Based on the proposals received, the staff recommends awarding the construction contract to Whitaker Homes. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: EXHIBITS: Resolution; RFP ad; Bid specs; Bid sheet; ACTION: BUDGET INFO: ❑ Financial Report ❑ Minute Order Expense $ ❑ Department Report N Resolution ❑ P i Budgeted Amt. $ resentat on ❑ Ordinance ❑ Public Hearin ❑ Oth yTD Actual $ g er Acct. Name Acct. Number FISCAL NOTES: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Z Administration N City Clerk ❑ Community Development ❑ EMS/IT ❑ Eng. ❑ Finance ❑ Fire ❑ Municipal Court Z Legal ❑ Library ❑ Police ❑ Public Works ❑ Urilities City of Paris Revised 2/04/08 - - 175 Draft RESOLUTION N0. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS, AWARDING THE BID FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES UNDER A HOME PROGRAM GRANT RECEIVED FROM THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS (TDHCA), IN THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS TO WHITAKER HOMES, THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER; MAKING OTHER FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Paris did heretofore, advertise for bids for furnishing plant, labor, materials, and equipment, and for performing all work required for the construction of up to eleven (11) new homes under a Home Program Grant, Contract No. 1001273 received from the TDHCA in the City of Paris, Texas which bids were received until 10:00 o'clock a.m., Wednesday, the 4th day of April, 2012; and, WHEREAS, the lowest responsible bid providing the best value to the City was received from Whitaker Homes, 2550 Lamar Ave., Paris, Texas, and the bid should be awarded to Whitaker Homes in accordance with the unit prices bid and the other terms and conditions set out in the bid documents attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and, WHEREAS, the form of the bid for such home construction project, included in Exhibit "A" attached hereto, should in all things be approved, and the City Manager should be authorized to execute the necessary documents for the home construction project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS: Section 1. That the findings set out in the preamble of this resolution are hereby in all things approved. Section 2. That the bid of Whitaker Homes, 2550 Lamar Ave., Paris, Texas, for the construction of up to eleven (11) new homes under a Home Program Grant received from TDHCA Contract No. 1001273 in the City of Paris, Texas is hereby accepted as the lowest responsible bid which provides the best value to the City and the contract for this project is hereby let conditioned upon said contractor meeting all of the terms and specifications included in the bid documents attached hereto as Exhibit "A". Section 3. That the City Manager be, and he is hereby, authorized and directed to execute, on behalf of the City of Paris, the necessary documents with Whitaker Homes as described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto. Section 4. That this resolution shall be effective from and after the date of passage. . n~ PASSED AND APPROVED this 14th day of May, 2012. A.J. Hashmi, M.D., Mayor ATTEST: Janice Ellis, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: W. Kent McIlyar, City Attorney 1- i11 YROPOSAI. AND BIB 1 a. BASE BID: "PLAN - DESIGN #1 - D2S-0 1 S," for eac6 house as follows: Cost per square foot: 4 Z- Total Bid Amount: lb. ALTERNATE BID TTEM No.l: ADD TO TIiE BASE BID OF "PLAN - DESIGN #1," FACE BRICK VENEER, all exterior walls Cost per square foot: 6^/, 171 Total Bid Amount:_~ 2a. BASE BID: "PLAN - DESIGN #2 - D3S•02S," for each house as follows: Cost per square foot: 4& , -5-9 Total Bid Amount: .61 1. -54 7/ 2b. ALTERNATE BID TTEM No.2: ADD TO THE BASE BID OF "PLAN - DESIGN #2," FACE BRICK VENEER, aU extenor walls Cost per square foot: Total Bid Amount: ~3 . ~ ~ ~7 • _ 3a. BASE BID: "PLAN - DESIGN #3 - D3S-04H," for each house as follows: Cost per square foot: L}- $,_~)19 Total Bid Amount: 3b. ALTERNATE BID TTEM No.3: ADD TO THE BASE BID OF "PLAN - DESIGN #3," FACE BRICK VFNEER, all exterior walls Cost per square foot: _50 :q-11- Total Bid Amount: 4. ALTERNATE BID TTEM No. 4: CONCRETE WALKWAY. Provide a 4" thick by 3' wide concrete walkway where directed by the Pmject Administrator. Walkway shall have a maximum area of 60 square feet and may have up to two changes in direction. ~ Cost per square foot: I rM ADD Bid Amount: 5. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. 5: CONCRETE PARKING SLAB. Provide a 4" thick by 12' wide and 15' ]ength minimum concrete parking slab and driveway where directed by the Project Administrator. Actual measurement will vary by home placernent. Cost per square foot: ADD Bid Amount: (se 26. 6. ALTERNATE BID TTEM No. 6: DRIVEWAY 8t APPROACH. Refer to City Requirements when estimating cost Cost per square foot: . Oo 7. ALTERNATE BID TTEM No_ 7_ LOW-STEP SHOWER UNIT - Install low-step shower unit. Bid Amount: 8. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. 8: CHAIR HEIGHT TOIL.ET Cost Per Each: 18 p p 9. ALTERNATE BID TTEM No. 9: GRAB BARS IN BATHROOMS Cost Per Each:_ 3 .5• 10. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. 10: FULL GtTTTERS dt DOWNSPOUTS - Downspouts maximum 20' on center Bid Amount: ~ 00• t~~~f`` ~ 1~ E3etailed Bic£ Design #1 - D2S-O`iS Base Bid t Cast t~tem ~ ~ $~d ~o~n~ Q per, [ter~ . . . . . ~ Site Foundation s~v'''` ~~an~e.LO rc,f-~T ' {~1lfi Flat Work s3~p~t~t~~ ~ ~,~,~~v, : u ~ • ~ 1~ . ~ ~,~~f~ PI11111b121 g Electrical ~y~ • t~: tiiu Frarning - Carpentry Rough Doors and Windows F. Insulation Exterior Surface T.b~ ~c,~i ~ y~ - Fc~ J r2- F-~ ~.a-•v 0~2C : ' ~~I,~ T: Interior Surface ` /z, 7+~'..'~c- ~tc• . ~ , ; Mechanical - HVAC r- Finish C n ,5 , K. HV itll7/Q+~,~ r r y • y: ~►.~i i• i~ it c ~~~l;,Il~~~+~Ii~~ Cabinets A liances 4Af +-Y`! 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A liances 1111 ~ Fioorin 141,0,4 C- T'E-~ LA~~U`rY - , Exterior Paint F~ Interiar Paint R00 f112 i-1 F~ F1ri1Sh Deta113 t v v 2 14v.u Miscellaneous .sEV,2,J•r„- F,,,C ,K Totals xj Y s~+i~+ f•'~-'~'~~'~~ Identify any item(s) included in the miscellaneous category below: AnJ~17'~G~tlr-7c_ t_~~vrh1=iz ~ Detailed BEd DeSlgn #3 - D35'04K Base Bid ~ v, ' • ~i r}~~ r„~ SZLei f"i 1= i ia : v ~ Foundation ,~,~;L , ~ ~ ~ ,i►~,,,; Flat Work - 1=: :,.Z-r ~ . 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Attach additional sheets as needed. This information will be kept in our files and will be confidential. Our office will use such informarion only to verify the qualifications of the contractor on this project. Name, address, phone number, and Federal I.D. number. 00 i ,I r,c. 9cJ 3- 7ii~ - 33 13 2. Type of organization, i.e., corporation, sole proprietor, partnership, etc. r 2 - 3. When organized. 4. If a cocporation, where incorporated. State how many years you have been engaged in the contracting businass under your present firm or trade name, and give all other names under which yow organization has operated in the last 10 years. !:Z v2 z_ 6. State the name of all corporate officers, or partners, or the owners, as appropriate. ^ L--[ 1z List the type of construction performed within the past 12 months, i.e., home remodeling, new home construction, major cflnstruction, etc. /VEAJ rnL l' ~.~ST~avc7'~~7'n1 Have you ever failed ta complete any work awarded to you? Alv 9. Have you ever defaulted on a contract? If so, where and why? h!v 10. List the name, address and phone number of the last three clients in which construction is complete. h4 Ti-i a7zmm E~rJ~~ 7P3` 12-z7-7 IZG 6,E NC"/q'T V.l g/>xTZ;/li, J7< • _ ~ ~J Ci 1 -T-0 L-f~i-nftt~ D4i= f ilz/4. Zv~ /y/AJ•Ni /-~lUAI dn1~. ?„,n 'Loc: '7'/3 11, List experience in construction work similar in impoctance to this project.1?rz6~; ,Z-.n ;30 o &-/-7ryr s.1-'J PA rc r 5. j1v ry 1?-,>x-r AIve&')~'~AF- _ V' jG1- G' I~ 12. Background and experience of the principal members of your organization, including the officers and the proposed project manager. G 17 '`025 ec6772~~"7'LL r3~~~>»n- -l°7 y25 L-~ 13. List two major suppliers from whom you purchase the majority of your supplies. -4~'ii~VEi 5 - ~91~~ S, 14. List two financial institutions with which you have established credit. F"~/-~G._C ~~11L K. J~fI721 l JC .5TA -7-~. 13A/, 61- r i-- 7e--/e,4 Z-/:3 15. State the name, address and phone number of each of your Workmen's Compensation insurance carriers for the last 5 years. 16. List any claim made against you by your employees or third parties for personal injury, death, or property damage in each of the last 3 yeazs. c1-us, 17. List any and all litigation including arbitration, administrative proceedings, and mediation in which you have been a plaintiff or defendant involving any owner, architect or engineer over the past 5 years This list should be in sufficient detail to explain the positions of the various parties and the ultimate outcome as to damages awazded (if any). T'his list shall be considered material as respe;cts the final awarding of any contract connected with the bid. (state "none" or submit information on attached sheet. /uonrx-- 18. The undersigned hereby authorizes and requests any person, firm, or corporation to furnish any information requested by the OWNER in verification of the recitals comprising this Contractor Applicarion. Dated at PA z i T x, , this SL n day of 2012. T/-4 L4 L'-Y~ C'eJYY1 L. Name of Bidder ~ 114 ~ . By: ~ ~ ' L+L'_ Title: ~"~/-f~'`:-r"N 492 ~ ~ STATE OF ~'e ~C a ~ COUNTY OF duly sworn, deposes and says that he is of V'V Vl l C ~j l<,-U ~d that the answers to the foregoing questions and all statements therein contained are true and correct. ~ Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of ~ 2012. ppREEN K RUfHART Notary Public MY COMMISSION EXPIRES May 25, 2012 My commission exrires: „ ~Y Texas Department of Hoasing and Community Affairs HUME Investment Partnerships Program 0 2. I understand that a11 work must be completed in accordance with HOME Program requirements and, as applicable: * Texas Minimum Construction Standards ('TMCS) • Texas Minimum Constcuction Specifications (TMC Specs) ~ International Residential Code (IRC) - new construction and reconstruction ~ Colonia Housing Standards (CHS) - only in areas specifically designated as colonias ■ All local building codes, standards, and specifications I hereby certify that all work performed will meet or exceed applicable codes, standards, and specifications as they apply to the construction work for which I am bidding. I also understand that compliauce with applicable minimum constn►ction codes, standards, and specifications will be considered part of my contract in the event that my bid is accepted by the above-referenced Contract Adininistrator. I understand thai failure io meet or exceed applicable codes, standards, and specifications may result in debarment from future federally funded construction contracts. 4. I undetstand that I must provide a one-yeaz warranty on all work perfoimed and that fai[ure to complete warranty work in a timely manner may result in my debarment from future federally funded construction contracts. 5. I understand that at least ten percent (10%) of project construction funds will be retained for thirty (30) days pending compietion of the Final Inspection and Verification. Failure to complete punch list items or warranty work during this time will result in forfeiture of the 1 Q% retai.nage. , O_ Signature Building'Contractor Date ~ 1. I understand that I am bidding on a construction contract funded with federal dollars and administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). I understand that debarment by either the State of Texas or the federal government will make me ineligible. CON'I'RACTOA LG2CA.L OPPORTUNITY g&..AN /<E-1L Agrees to implement the following specific affirmative action steps directed at increasing the utilization of lower income residents and businesses with the City of Bonham. A. To ascertain from the locality's TDHCA program official the exact boundaries of the project area and where advantageous, seek the assistance of local officials in preparing and implementing the affirmative action plan. B. To attempt to recruit from within the city the necessary number of lower income residents through: local advertising media, signs placed at the propasei site for the project, and community organizations and public or private institutions operating within an:d servicing the project area such as Service Employment and Redevelopment (SER), Opporhuiities Industrialization Center (OIC), Urban L.eague, Concentrated Employment Program, Hometown Plan, or the U.S. Employment Service. C. To maintain a list of all lower income residents who have applied wither on their own or on referral fram any source, and to employ such person, if otherwise eligible and if a vacancy exists. D. To insert this plan in all bid documents and to require all bidders on subcontract to submit an affirmative action plan including utilization goals and the specific steps planned to accomplish these goals. E. To insure that subcontracts (greater than $10,000) which are a typically let on a negotiated rather than a bid basis in areas other than the project area are also let on a negotiated basis, whenever feasible, in a covered project azea. F. To formally contact unions, subcontractors, and trade associations to secure their cooperation in this effort. G. To insure that all appropriate project area business concerns aze notified of pending subcontractual opportunities. H. To maintain records, including copies of correspondence, memoranda, et. which document that all of the above affirmative action steps have been taken. 1. To appoint or recruit an executive official f the company or agency as Equal Opportunity officer to coordinate the implementation of his plan. J. To maintain records concerning the amount and number of contracts, subcontracts, and purchases which contribute to objectives. K. To maintain records of all projected work force needs for all phases of the project by occupation, trade, skill level, and umber of positions and to update these projections based on the extent to which hiring meets these Local Opportunity objectives. As officers and representatives of ~4ernu~-~ , we the undersigned have read and fully agree to this Plan, and become a party to the full implementation of the program and its provisions. ~ L., / ~Q~''~~T.~7JZT✓1fC l~ Signature Title Signature 4 /r 2- Date Title _ ~ Afficlavit of Non-discrfmination, Non-segregated Facilities, Anti-collusion and Business Relationships State of -T,x~ 5 SS. County of RtYl.i2 The undersigned, of lawful age, being first duly sworn upon oath, deposes and stated that I am the duly authorized agent of the bidder submitting the attached bid and am authorized by said bidder to execute the within affidavit. I further swear that if said bidder is successful on this project, it will not discriminate against anyone in employment practice because of race, color, reiigion, sex, or national origin. The undersigned further states that said bidder will comply with all federal and state laws and executive orders conceming the subject of nondiscrimination. The undersigned further states that said bidder dces not and will not maintain or provide for its employees any segregated facilities as defined in the instructions for this project at any of its establishments, not permit its employees to perform their services at any location under its control, where segregated facilities are maintained. The bidder further agrees that a violation of this cectification is a breach of the equal opportunity clause of this bid and any contract award pursuant thereto. Said bidder further agrees that (except where it has obtained identical certification from proposed subcontractors for specific time periods), it will obtain identical certifications from proposed subcontractors prior to the award of subcontracts exceeding Ten Thousand Dollars ( $10,000 ) which aze nof exempt from the provisions of the aqual opportunity laws, and that said bidder will retain such certifications in its files. The undersigned further states that said bidder has not been a party to any collusion among bidders in restraint of freedom of competition by agreement to bid at a fixed price or to refiain from bidding: or with any state official or employee as to quantity, quality or price in the prospective contract, or any other tertns of prospective contracts or engaged in any discussions between bidders and any state official conceming exchange of money or other thing of value for special consideration of the letting of a contract: and that the bidder/contractor has not paid, given or donated or agreed to pay, give or donate to any officer or employee of the State of Texas ( or other entity ) any money or other thing of value, either directiy or indirectly, in the procuring of the award of a contract pursuant to this bid. The undersigned further states that any partnerships, joint ventures, or other business relationships that are now in effect, or existed within one (1) year prior to this statement, with the azchitect, engineer or other party to this project,: or any such business relationships between any officer or director of the bidder and any officer or director of the architectural or engineering fum or other p arty to the project are described as follows: /\L?l~! c NAME OF BIDDER: t14 1 7•2?1L&?e- BY: 1-- 189 STA'FE AND FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS AFFIDAVIT OF PRIME BIDDEI2 1-)6 yz being first duly sworn, deposes and says that: 4`hof ~Hrrt4/-6~rr1~~C-S the 1. HeJSheis L~Y&L: ~-Zq ipyk Bidder that has submitted that attached Bid(s): 2. He/She is fully informed respecting the preparation and contests of the attached Bid(s) and of all pertinent circumstances respecting such Bid(s). 3. Bidder attests that he/she, the firm, or any current principal of their firm is not listed on any federal, state or local ( i.e. GSAlHUD/GOA) list of debarred, suspended and ineligible contractors and grantees: 4. Neither the said Bidder nor any of its officers, partners, owners, agents, representatives, employees, or parties in interest, including this affidavit, is listed on any federal, state, or local (i.e. GSA/HUDJGAO) list of debarrad, suspended, and ineligible contractors and grantees: and 5. Bidder and any of its officers, partners, owners, agents, representatives, employees, or parties in interest, including this affidavit, attests compliance with the U.S. Department of Labor, U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act, U.S. Occupation Safety Health Act (OSHA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Texas Department of Housing and Cammunity Affairs and that your firm meets and will enforce all federal and state equal ernployment, affirmative action and non-discrimination regulations. By: Tit1e• - ~ 190 Evaluation Sheet Bidder's Experience you List below the names, add_ resses, and phone numbn ~c~ n/(ehabil tation acxiv ti shn the p st Our firm) have pe r forme d n e w h o m e c o n s t r u c t io n l r e cothree (3) years; REFEItENCES: Describe type of r'vork Namel address phone number _ Pro am if HOME ~ ~.r~~:n-i N S`~~3 7~~'7z7`7 ~ f-~ i'l 1. ~ E-~ u• G c75t = i2 ~C73 W.Ziu~ r~c.,~7~~15Gr4~` IL1c.tzl Nc~n~c:_ 2. 1-9 vN 'T' ~BiN 3. r~r r~•4 v/z, ''1-~~ 3~~`7S"~~dk~ 5-71~r c_R 2:',L74 -5" _ /\I 'c'. w t~ w+~5 `2~ ~ ~l- l'v► ~ ~l ~3Lp ~ 'I J 3 ~~l c-..~„~I ~-4 ~ 5. D /a- i=l 1~ Each reference will be contacted and asked the following questions: Specifically, what work was completed by this f rm or indivi dual? 2. Please rate the quality of work completed. Vu'as the contractars work? Very Good Good Fair Poor 3. Did the contractor complete the work in a timely and efficient mamier? 4. Was a twelve (12) month warranty providetl for work? If so, were a-ily wariaety items performed in a tunely manner? Did conflicts occur? Number of years your firm has performed: new home constructi~on: - 7. years rehabilitation work: I A' ~7_ years A minunum of five (5) years work experience each in new home eonstruction andlor housiug rehabilitation is required. 191 i:i LJ ocai~.ai l,w41w ~ _ 1~.~ ".~„~~itlkIi'd P-,mlt'.M .I:-i ,`~~~lt'11~1 i Search Results Excluded By Firm, Entity, or Vessel : Whitaker Homes Action Dates : APR 1, 2007 to APR 4, 2012 as of 'f 2-Apr-2012 12:48 PM EDT Your search returned no results. 1.1_ 192 https://www. epls.gov/epls/search. do?full_name=Whitaker+Homes&status=current&active... 4/ 12/2012 nI"LJ JGa11:11 itwuiw : l.XCILfiLii Pail'lii', i__isl Search Results Excluded By Firm, Entity, or Vessel : Kelcorp LP DBA Whitaker Homes Action Dates : APR 1, 2007 to APR 4, 2012 as of 12-Apr-2012 12:50 PM EDT Your search returned no results. 193 https: //www. epls. gov/epls/search.do?full_name=Kelcorp+LP+DBA+Whitaker+Homes&st... 4/12/2012 AGENDA ITEM COVER SHEET ITE M # REGULAR AGENDA ITEM # Discussion/action on bids and award of construction contract for 1-11 new homes, per bid specifications, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) Home Program Contract #1001273. ITEM SUMMARY: Invitation for bids was advertised with The Paris News, March 14, 2012 and notices were sent to potential interested bidders with five bid packets being requested. A total of one bid was received by Whitaker Homes and opened on April 4, 2012 at 10:15 a.m. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: None RECOMMENDATIONS: Approval of the bid (which includes alternates) submitted by Whitaker Homes Construction. FINANCIAL IMPACT: Construction of new homes through a TDHCA HOME grant with the total project cost of $90,564 per activity setup (home). Currently match is waived until August 31, 2012. ATTACHMENTS: Bid Tabulation City Council Meeting May 14, 2012 194 ADVERTISEMENT AND INVITATION FOR BIDS City of Paris Contract #1001273 The City of Paris is soliciting proposals for the construction of single-family homes within the City of Paris. One (1) to eleven (11) homes may be constructed under a HOME Program grant received from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). These homes will average between 800 and 1180 square feet. Contract documents, including house plans are on file for review at the following places: Ciry of Paris, City Hall, 135 SE lst St., Paris, TX 75460 and Resource Management and Consulting Co. 3727 Lamar, Paris, TX 75461. Copies of the contract documents may be obtained from Resource Management & Consulting Co. (Consultant) upon the payment of $25.00 (payable to Resource Management & Consulting Co.) or a disk containing the bid documents can be obtained at no charge. All proposals must be sealed and submitted by the bidder to the City of Paris on or before 10:00 a.m. on the 4th day of Apri12012. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on Apri14, 2012 at 10:15 a.m. Proposals may be delivered to the Paris City Hall, 135 SE 1St St., Paris, TX 75460. The Contractor must ensure employees/applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u) as amended, and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135 is applicable to this project. The City of Paris reserves the right to reject any and/or to waive any informality in the bidding. Bids may be held by the City of Paris for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days from the date of the opening of bids for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders, prior to awarding the Contract. The City of Paris subscribes to Equal Housing Opportunities. . Published: March 14, 2012 - 195 M n N e--I O O ~ ~t ~ U N O n. ~ Q) m ~ 4-- V1 0 ~r, N Q U cD C ~ 0 -0 v 'a ~ U U 0 ~ C 3 O LI1 c-i O ~ N c-1 0 N ~ L C. Q to C a) n 0 -0 m ~ L r N V y m ~ V t m ~ O Z ~n O 'O U - ~ +4''+ _ ~ GJ ~ L. 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Ln a--I lll N M i/? 111 't 1n N l0 i./} Ln v = o 0 o ~ M o.n - ' v c o vn - v a~ cn c~ ~ °J = c GJ Y vm N 0 3 o f0 ~ 3 p ` C ~ O c p C p v > 3 C 0 f0 0 4.+ ~ p u ` N v, °J v, a ~ ~c c ~ ~ t ~ ,D ~ Y Q ~ ~ Y Q "O ~ *i m 4- fC 0 CO C U a (n m +1 O ~ m c~ m O 6 t O W LL m Q ° a m Q ~ m ~o LL ~ N ~ LL M u~ lD t-~ 00 Qn •--I •-a •-a ■j M r~ ` ~ ~ i CONTRACT BID DOCUMENTS FOR City of Bonham HOME Program #1001225 HOME Rehabilitation Assistance Program TABLE OF CONTENTS Advertisement for Bid (1 page), General Instntctioas and Notes (2 pages) Bidder Protest (1 page) Clarification of bid items (1 pagc) Contractor Application (3 pages) Contractor Bid Certificadon (1 page) Contractor's I..ocal0pportunity Plan (1 page) Affidavit of Non-discrimination, Non-segregated Facilities, Anti-collusion aad Business Relationships (1 page) State & Federal Requirement Affidavit (1 page) Evaluation Sheet (Bidder's Experience) (1 page) Texas Minimum Constniction Specifications (23 pages) Texas Minimum Construction Standards (24 pages) Accessibility Standards (1 page) Bid Sheet and Proposal (2 pages) Detailed Bid Sheet (3 pages) Sample Reconstruction Contract House Plaus - 3 sets • D2S-O1 S • D3S-02S • D3S-04H . 198 ADVERTISEMENT AND INVITATION FOR BIDS City of Paris Contract #f1001273 The City of Paris is soliciting proposats for the constrvction of singte-family homes within the City of Paris. One (1) to eleven (11) homes may be constructed under a HOME Prograrri grant received from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affafrs ('1'pyCp), These homes will average between 800 and 1180 square feet Contract documents, including house plans are on file for review at the following places: City of Paris, City Ha11,135 SE 1st SL, Paris, TX 75460 and Resource Management and Consulting Co. 3727 Lamar, Paris, TX 75461. Copies of the contract documents may be obtained from Resource Management & Consulting Co. (Consultant) upon the payment of $25.00 (payable to Resource Management & Consulting Co.) or a disk containing the bid documents can be obtained at no charge. All proposals must be sealed and submitted by the bidder to the City of Paris on or before 10:00 a.m. on the 4th day of Apri12012. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on April 4, 2012 at 10:15 a.m, Proposats may be delivered to the Paris City Ha11,135 SE 1d Sk, Paris, TX 75460. The Contractor must ensure employees/applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u) as amended, and implementing reguiations at 24 CFR Part 135 is app]icable to this project. The City of Paris reserves the right to reject any and/or to waive any informality in the bidding. Bids may be held by the City of Paris for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days from the date of the opening of bids for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders, prior to awarding the Contract The City of Paris subscribes to Equa] Housing Oppprtunihes, ~ Published: March 14, 2012 . 199 GENERAL [NSTRUCTIONS AND NOTES The City of Paris is soliciting proposals for the construction of single-family homes within the city limits of Paris. The homes will be constructed on the site of the existing home of the owner aRer their existing home has been demolished. One to eleven homes will be constructed under a HOME Program grant received from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). All proposals must be submitted by the bidder to the City of Parts, 135 SE in SL., Paris, TX 75460 on or before 10:00 a.m. on the 4th day of April 2012. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud Apri14, 2012 at 10:15 a.m. The City will select the general contractor that submits the most favorable bid and is qualified to do the work with the lowest combined basQ bid for the house plans including alternatives selected by the City. Without limiting any uf the other obligations or liabilities of the bidder (cantractor), the contractor and each subcontractor shall, during the term of the cantaract, acquire and maintain the hereinafter stipulated minimum insurance with companies duly authorized to do business in State of Texas. Certificates of each policy shall be delivered to the City before any work is started. The minimum insurance requirements are as follows: 1. Workers' Compensation as required by state law; 2. Comprehensive generat liability fully insuring contractor liability for injury to or death, in the amount of at least $250,000; 3. Comprehensive automobile and truck liability insurance in accordance with state law; and 4. A performance bond on the part of the contractor for 100 percent of the contract price. A "performance bond" is one executed in connection with a contract to secure fulfillment of all the contractor's obligations under such contract 5. A payment bond on the part of the contractor for 100 percent of the contract price. A"payment bond" is one executed in connection with a contract to assure payment as required by law of all persons supplying labor and material in the execution of the work provided for in the contract All contractors will be required to bid on the home based on the attached construction drawings/plans and construction specifications. All houses will be constructed to meet the Texas Minimum Construction Standards, including certain accessibility requirements, Residential Enerp+ Code and local/state codes. The Contractor must ensure employees/applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u) as amended, and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135 is applicable to this project Since the City will be funding this hame with a grant received from TDHCA, payment for work will be made only upon completion of the various stages of the home and after progress and final inspections have been made and approved by the City or by their designated representatives. Payment will be made within 45 business days after the approval of each invoice. Construction of the home shall be completed within 120 days frvm the date a notice to proceed is issued to the contractor unless a longer time period has been stipulated as part of the bid price. Construction must begin within 10 working days from the issuance of the notice to proceed. All bid proposals must include, at a minimum: 1. Bid Sheet; 2. Detailed bid sheet for each plan; 3. Contractor Application, which lists contractor's qualifications, experiences, and work references; and 4. Affidavits included in bid packet 5. Evaluation Form 6. A full set of house plans, if submitting an alternative plan bid. - 200 Bidding procedures, bidder selection, and any subsequent bidder appeal wili be conducted in accordance with the applicable local, state, and federal procurement regulations and protest procedures established by the City of Paris in compliance with 24 CFR 85.36. Bidder Eligibtlity: 1. Bids received after the deadline shall not be accepted and shall be returned, unopened, the Bidder to 2. Bid submission must include all referenced attachments and required documents 3. Bidders must have at least five years' full-time experience in construction and rehabilitation of dwelling units. Potential Disqualification Factors: 1. Unsatisfactory past performance of a particular Contractor on projects of similar scope and complexity. References WILL be cvntarted and verifred. 2. If the Bidder has altered the Proposal/Bid Form during preparation of bid which will change the conditions and/or scope of the work to be performed. Any bid exemption, variation, adjustment, or modifications without written approval by the City prior to submission will disqualify bidders. 3. The bid package must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Bids shall not be submitted fn any manner whereby the amounts of bid or bids may be disclosed, examined or read prior to the time of the bid opening. All bids must be submitted by the deadline, Apri14, 2012 at 10:00 a.m., to: ° citv o f Par ic Manaper ? 35 E lrt S treet Paris. Texa s 75460 The City of Paris is an equa] opportuniry employer and subscribes to Fair Housing Standards. Q 201 City of Bonham, Texas HOME Bidder Protest Procedures Bidding procedures, bidder selection and subsequent bidder protest or appeals will be conducted in accordance with applicable local, State and Federal procurement regulations and protest procedures established by the City in compliance with 24 CFR 85, as applicable, and 24 CFR 92. Any protest of the proposed award of the bid to the bidder deemed the lowest responsible bidder must be submitted in writing to the City Manager no later than 5:00 p.m. on the third (3`d) business day following the bid opening. The initial protest must contain a complete statement of the basis for the protest. The protest must state the facts and refer to the specific portion of the document or the specific statute that forms the basis for the pratest. The protest must inciude the name, address and telephone number of the person representing the protesting party. A subcontractor of a party filing bid on this project may not submit a Bld protest. A party may rely on the Bid Protest submitted by another bidder, but must timely pursue its own protest. The procedure and time limits set forth in this Section are rnandatoty and are the bidder's sole and exclusive remedy in the event of a Bid Protest. The bidder's failure to fully comply with these pracedures shall constitute a waiver of any right to further pursue the Bid Protest. The City shall review all timely protests prior to awarding of a bid. The City shall not be required to hold an administrative hearing to consider a timely protest, but may do so at their option. At the time of the City's consideration of the award of the bid, the city shall also consider the merits of any timely protests. The City may either accept the protest and award the bid to the next lowest responsible bidder, or reject the protest and award to the {owest responsible bidder. Nathing in this section shall be construed as a waiver of the City's right to reject all bids. 202 City of Paris HOME Program Clariftcstion to bid Items ClariBcAtlon regarding bid items: Base Bid Apptiances: • Refiigerator w/ice maker • Range Oven Combination • Re-circulating vent hood HVAC c1ari8catlon: • Heat Pump reyuired OPTIONS clari8cation: There needs to be a minimum of 5 options homeowners may choose from for the following items: • Cabinet stains • Hardwaze (must match light and plumbing fixtures and be consistent throughout the home) • Floor (catpet and vinyl) • Exterior paint trim -(colors that aro not "naturai" have to be appnoved prior to the pre-construction conference. Examples include pfimary colors, fuchsia, and turquoise). • Counter tops • Brick colors Aouse Plans: ' DmP ceiling in hallway is not required. ~ All bathrooms utiliu wall hung lavatories • Window and LN rating; refer to City Code • Construction Debris - This is the msponsibility of the builder • Foundation - Refer to TX Minimum Construction Spe.cifications - Page 5, Item 6.5 Slab on Grade or City Code, whichever is stricter Note: The builder is responsiblc for all due diiigence and the uuderstanding of all City codes, ordinances and permits required by the City and needs to bid accordingly. Example: If the City requires a survey for foundation, setbac]cs or other testing required by the City ordinances, the buiider is responsible for those costs. Please bid accordingly. If you have any qnestions regarding any items, please cail Rachel Edwards with Resource Maaagemart & Consulting Co. at 903/784-6439. Sincerely, Rachel Edwards Resource Management 8t Consulting Co. P.O. Box 6038Paris, TX 75461 903/784-6439 I ~ 203 CONTRACTOR APPLICATION Please furnish the information requested helow. Aitach additional sheets as needed. This information will be kept in our files and will be confidenrial. Our office will use such information only to verify the qualifications of the conlractor on this project. 1. Name, address, phone number, and Federal I.D. number. 2. Type of organization, i.e., corporation, sole proprietor, partnership, etc. 3. When organized. 4. If a corporation, where incorporated. 5. State how many years you have been engaged in the contracting business under your present firm or trade natne, and give all other aames under which your organization has operated in the last 10 years. 6. State the name of all corporate of~'icers, or partners, or the owners, as appropriate. 7. List the type of construction performed within the past 12 months, i.e., home remodeling, new home construction, major construction, etc. 8. Have you ever failed to complete any work awarded to you7 9. Have you ever defaulted on a contrar.t? If so, where aud why? 10. List the name, address and phone number of the last three clients in which construction is complete. 11. List cxperience in construction work similar in impoitance to this project. . 2,04 12. Background and experience of the principal mcmbcrs of your organization, including the officers and the proposed project manager, 13. List two major suppliers from whom you purchasc the majority of your supplies. 14. List two financial institutions with which you have established credit. 15. State the name, address and phone number of each of your Workmen's Compensation insurance camers for the last 5 years. 16. List any ciaim made against you by your employees or thirci pazties for personal injury, death, or property damage in each of the last 3 years. 17. List any and all litigation including arbitration, administrative proce.edings, and mediation in which you have been a plaintiffor defendant involving any owner, architect or enginecr over the past 5 years This list should be in sufficient detail to explain the positions of the various parties and the ultimate outcome as to damages awarded (if any). This list shall be considered material as respects the final awarding of any contract connected with the bid. (state "none" or submit information on attachcd shcct. 18. The undersigned hereby authorizes aad requests any person, fiim, or corporation to furnish any information requested by the OWNER in verification of the recitals comprising this Contractor Application. Dated at this day of 2012. Name of Bidder By. Title: - - 205 STATE OF COUNTY OF , being duly sworn, deposes and says that he is , of , and that the an.swers to the foregoing questions and all statements therein contained are true and correct. Subseribed and sworn to before me this day of , 2012. Notary Public My commission expires: ~ Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs HOME Investment Partnerships Program 9 2. I understand that all work must be completed in accordance with HOME Program requirements and, as applicable: • Texas Minimum Construction Standards (TMCS) ■ Texas Minimum Constiuction Specifications (TMC Specs) ■ Intcrnational Residential Code (IItC) - new consttuction and reconstuction • Colonia Housing Standards (CHS) - only in azeas specifically designated as colonias ■ All local building codes, standards, and specifications I hereby certify that all work performed will mcet or exceed applicable codes, standards, and specifications as they apply to the construction work for which I am bidding. I also understand that compliance with applicable minimum construction codes, standards, and specifications will be considered part of my contract in the event that my bid is accepted by the above-referenced Contract Administrator. I understand thai failure to meet or exoeed applicable codes, standards, and specifications may result in debarment from future federally funded constlvction contracts. 4. I undetstand that I must provide a one-year warranty on all work performed and that failure to cvmpletc watranty work in a timely manner may result in my debarmeat &om fuwm federally fimded construction contracts. 5_ I undetstand that at least ten percent (101%) of project constniction funds will be retained for thirty (30) days pending completion of the Final Inspection and Verification. Failure to complete punch list items or warranty work during this time will result in forfeiture of the 10% retainage. Signature of Building Contractor Date ~ - 207 1. I understand that I am bidding on a construction contract funded with federal dollars and administered by the Texas Departmcnt of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). I understand that debaiment by either the State of Texas or the federal government will make me ineligible. CONTRACTOR LOCAL OPPORTLJTTITY PLAN Agrees to implemcnt the following specific affrmative action steps directed at increasing the utilization of lower income residents and businesses with the City of Bonham. A. To ascertain from the locality's TDHCA program official thc cxact boundaries of the project azea and where advantageous, seek the assistance of local officials in preparing and implementing the affirmative action plan. B. To attempt to recruit from within the city the necessary number of lower invome residents through: local advertising rnedia, signs placed at the proposed site for the project, and cornmunity organizations and public or private institutions operating within and servicing the project area such as Service Employment and Redcvelopment (SER), Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC), Urban League, Concentrated Employment Program, Hometown Plan, or thc U.S. Employment Service. C. To maintain a list of all lower income residents who have applied wither on their own or on referral &om any source, and to employ such person, if otherwise eligible and if a vacancy exists. D. To insert this plan in all bid documents and to require a11 bidders on subcontract to submit an affrmative action plan including utilization goals and the specific steps planned to accomplish these goals. E. To insure that subcontracts (greater than $10,000) which are a typically lct on a negotiated rather than a bid basis in areas other than the project area are also let on a negotiated basis, whenever feasible, in a covered project area. F. To formally contact unions, subcontractors, and trade associations to secure their cooperation in this effort. G. To insure that all appropriate project area business concerns are notified of pending subcontractual opporiuaities. H. To maintain records, including copies of correspondence, memoranda, et. which document that all of the above affirmative action steps have been taken. 1. To appoint or recruit an executive official f the company or agency as Equal Opportunity officer to coordinate the implementation of hia plan. J. To maintain records conceming the amount and number of contracts, subcontracts, and purchascs which contribute to objectives. K. To maintain records of all projected work force nceds for all phases of the project by occupation, trade, skill level, and umber of positions and to update these projections based on the extent to which hiring meets these Local Opportunity objectives. As officers and representatives of , we the undersigned have read and fully agree to this Plan, and bccomc a party to the fu11 implementation of the program aad its provisions. Signature Signature Date Title Title . , ~~~s Affidavit of Non-discrimination, Non-segregated Facilities, AnN-collusion and Business RelaHonships State of SS. County of The uadersigned, of lawful age, being first duly sworn upon oath, deposes and stated that I am the duly suthorized agent of the bidder submitting the attached bid and am authorized by said bidder to execute the within affidavit. I further swear that if said bidder is successful on this project, it will not discriminate against anyone in employment practice because of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The undersigned further states that said bidder will comply with aIl federal and state laws and executive ordecs concerning the subject of nondiscriminadon. The undersigned fiuther states that said bidder dces not and will not maintain or pnovide for its cmployees any segregated facilities as defined in the instructians for this project at any of its establishments, not permit its employees to perform their services at any location uttder its control, where segregated faeilities ar+e maintained. The bidder further agrees that a violation of this certifieation is a breach of the equal opportunity clause of this bid and any contract award pursuant thereto. Said bidder further agtees that (except where it has obtained identical certification from proposed subcontractors for specific tune periods), it will obtain identical certifications from proposed gubcontractors prior to the award of subcontracts exceeding Ten Thousand DoIlars ($10,000 ) which are not exempt from the provisions of the equal oPportunity laws, and that said bidder will retain such certifications in its files. The undersigned further states that said bidder has not been a party to any collusion among bidders in restraint of freedom of competition by agreement to bid at a fixed price or to refrain from bidding; or with any state official or cmployce as to quantity, quality or price in the prospective cflntract, or any other terms of prospective contracts or engaged in atty discussions between biddets and any state offieial concerning exchange of money or other thing of value for special cansideration of the leiting of a contract: and that the bidder/contractor has not paid, given or donated or agreed to pay, give or donate to any of6eer or employee of the State of Texas ( or other entity ) any money or other thing of value, either directiy or indirectly, in the procuring of the award of a contaact pursuant to this bid. The undersigned fuRher states that any parlnerships, jaint ventwu, or other business relationships that are now in effect, or existed within one (1) year prior to this statement, with the azchitect, engineer or other pazty to this project,: or any such business relationships between any officer or director of the bidder and any of~'icer or director of the architectural or engineering firm or other p arty to the project are described as follows: NAME OF BIDDER: BY: . 209 STATE AND FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS AFFmAVIT OF PRIME BIDDER being first duly sworn, dcposes and says that: By: 1. HelShe is of , the Bidder that has submitted that attached Bid(s): 2. He/She is fully informed respecting the preparation and contests of the attached Bid(s) and of all pertinent circumstances respecting such Bid(s). 3. Bidder attests that he/she, the firm, or any current principal of their firm is not listed on any federal, state or loca] ( i.e. GSA/HUD/GOA) list of debatred, suspended and ineligible contractors and grantees: 4. Neither the said Bidder nor any of its offccrs, partners, owners, agents, rtpresentatives, employees, or parties in interest, including this affidavit, is listed on any federal, state, or local ( i.e. GSA/HiJD/GAO) list of debarred, suspenderl, and ineligible contractors and grantees: and 5. Bidder and any of its officers, partners, owners, agents, representatives, employees, or parties in interest, including this affidavit, attests compliance with the U.S. Department of Labor, U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act, U.S. Occupation Safety Health Act ( OSHA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs and that your firm meets and will enforce all federal and state equal employment, affinnative action and non-discrimination regulations. Title: 210 Evaluation 5heet Bidder's Experience List below the names, addresses, and phone numbers of five (5) references for which you ( or your firm) have performed new home construction/reconstruction/rehabilitation activitics in the past three (3) years: REFERENCES: 1. Specifically, what work was completed by this firm ar individual? 2. Please rate the quality of work completed. Was the contractors work? Very Good Good Fair poor 3. Did the contractor wmplete the work in a timely and efficient manner7 4• Was a twelve (12) month warranty provided for work? If so, were any wazrant,y items performed in a timely manner7 Did oonflicts occur7 Number of years your firm has performed: new home construction: years rehabilitation work: years A minimum of five (5) years work experience each in new home construction and/or housing rehabilitation is required. - . 211 Each reference will be contacted and asked the following questions: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS HOME Investment Partnerships Program AM& AUME TEXAS MINII~~` ~^N~Tnrrr7rrnN 5PECIFICATTONS 1.0 2.0 3.0 3.1 3.2 pvervlew A. The purpose of the Texas Murimum Construction Specifications is to enswe that al] appGcants who receive new or rehabilitation construction housing through ptogmms funded bY the HOME Investmcnt Partnerships Program (HOME pr°8ram) tive in housing which is safe, decent and affordable. Furthermore, the Texas Minimum Consm►etion Specifications should ensure the investment of pubiic and homeowner funds as it is designed to lengthen the term of affordability and preserve habitabitity. Definitione snd Acronyrns. p gpME p,bgrwn means the HOME Investment Partnershipa Program of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. B TDgC,q ;s an acronym for Texas Department of Housing and Communiry Affairs• C. TMCSS is an acronym for Texas Minimum Consteuction Standards and Specifications. D. WorAr Covered means all new and remodel cottstruction work cal[ed for in the "work writo-up" and plans• The Contracting Process (for Rehabilitation Constn►ction Project,s only) Invitation to Bid, Bid Opening, and Award of Coatracw W ithia ten (10) days of nodfication of a conttact award, the successful bidder must provide the Contcact Administtator with tho following: A. A list of subcontractors• B. Gertificates of Insuiaace from the issuing comPanY showing ciurent covera8e stiiwlaked in the contract dceuments• The Certificate °f Inswmnce must al9° mclude a statement to the effect that a thirty (30) day notice of cancellation of insurance must be givet► to the Coniraet Administcator for the following: 1, General liability with completed operational coverage of at leaat one hundred t6ousand dollars ($100,000). 2. Vehicle liability (state minimum). 3. Statutory Wockman's compensarion (if required). TDHCA- HOME Investment Pmtnerahips ProB'ram p e 1 of 24 pppendix A-04 - 7MC Spocifications 88 Revised OllQ1/2004 212 3.3. Notice W Prnceed. The Contcactor will begin work within ten (10) days of the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (unless otherwise stipulated). 3.4. The number of work days must be set aut in the contract. 3.5. Upon completion of the work and acceptance by the Contract Administtator and the homeowner, the Certificate of Final Inspcction and Verification is issued and the Wetranty Period begins, 3.6. Thirty (30) days aRer the issuance of the Final Inspectioa end Verification, all retainage is released to the Contractor, execpt in cases where it is determined that the retainege should not be released. 3.7. Compensation A. PaYments are made when the project reaches 4Q"/o, 70%, end 100% completion and at thirty (30) days after the Final InspecNon and VeriScation is issued. 3.8. All request for payments wi]I be made as follows: A. The Contractor will submit in writing to the Contract Administrator, a list of items, their costa, and a sum of the item costs for work to be paid. This will bo based on conep/eted itenia nnly from the schedule of values submitted by the Contractor prior to construction, or the Itemization of Bid Form if no schedule is submitted. B. The Contract Administrator will inspect such work as eoon as possible (usuatly within one (1) business day) from receipt of such request by the Cflntractor. C. The Contract Administrator wil] provide a completed Progress Payment form for signature to the Contractor for work for which payment is authorizcd, D. The Contract Administrator will then request the homeowner to executc the Progress Payment form. E. The Contract Administrator wil1 normally pay the Contractor within ten (10) calendar days from thc date of the owner's signaturo. Payment will be issued based on the Contract Administrator's Financial Departmont's pay day schedule. 3.9. All work must be done with skilled craftsmen and accomplished with care. 3.10. All materials used must be new (unleas otherwiso specified in the Project manual) and of a good qualiry. 3.11. Product Submittals - contractor must provide samples to the Homeowner for Belection for ail materiale as cited in the individual specifications and provido reasflnable time to the homeowner to make selecbons Contractor must provide written submittal with the homeowner`s signawrc of apprnval to the Contract Administrator. Items to be submitted for approval: paint, flooring materiels, brick, shingles, color of vinyl siding, counter tops, appliances or any other item which can be sclected accord;ng to style, color or other factor but not affecting the price or quality of such item. 4.0 Project Cloec-Ont 4.1. Cleaning: Remove all construction debris from the site. Clean aad mop all resilient floors. Clean all new and existing paint from other finished sorfaces including window glass and mirrors. 4.2. Qperating Items: Leave all newly instatled items in operating condition. Light gas water heater pilots and gas heater pilots. Start all systems. 4.3. Prepaiation of Structune: Prepare structwe for homeowner's occupancy. TDHCA - HOME Inveshnent Partrietships Prograrn Appaidix A-04 - TMC Specifications Page 2 of 24 Revisod OU01/2004 " 213 4.4. Hardware: All hardware to be put id operating condidon. New keys must be turned over to homeowner as work is compieted. 4.5, Utilities: Use exisring or provide own at Contractor's expensc if existing is insufficient. Homeowner must provide a11 existing utilities as is and must be responsible for continuous maintenance and payment of existing utilities. Contractor will be responsible to determine utility eeeds to provide adequate sanitary facility and to safely opecate equipment at all dmes on site. 4.6. Unforeseen damage or Change in Scope of Work: Discovery of defective elements made known W the Contractor before or during the construction process must be brougtrt w the immediate attention of the Contract Administcator in wdting. When repaics are made, the repairs must reasonably mateh the surrounding materials in original design aad dimension as appmved by the Contract Adtninistrator. 4.7. Where additional work is necessary to make repairs or to correct unforesezn dangerous conditions, the Contractor must submit to the Conttact Administrator a work write-up of the work, cost of such work, and the time necessary for such work. Unless it is deteTmined there exists an immediate health and safety danger, NO WORK MUST BE AUTHORIZED until xgreed apon in wridng by the homeowner, Contraetor, and Contract Adminietrator. Compensation for additional work will be negotiated in the following maanet: A. The deletion of work proposed, but not started; or if that ie not possible; B. An inccease to the dollar amount of the contract, however, epproval of such increase require the homeowner, contractor, Contract Administrator, and State of Texas HOME program written approval. C. Addidonsl Work - No other work must be done to the project other than the work agreed upon in writing by the homeowner, Contract Administrator and contractor or as necessary to romove iaunediato hoakth and safety dangers during the construction phase. 4.8. The Job Sitc A. At the job site the contractor must obtain and display all pecmits and inspection tags as requirod by the local Inspection Department. B. The Contraotor must use the site and its fecilitiea only for the constiuction stipalated in the "work write-up". The electrical, sanitary waste, water, and gas systems must be uscd only for conshvction pwposes and dwiag the eonstruction phase or dwing warranty work. C. Any discrepancy in the contract documents must immediately be brought to the attention of the Coatract AdminisUator. 5.0 Stte Work 53. Materials A. All on-site fill material must be soil or soil rock mixture which is free of organic matt,et or other deletsrious substances. It must contain no rocks or lumps ova 6d in greatest dimension, and not more than 15% must be larger than 2 Y2 b' in greatest dimension. 8. Imported fill roaterial- must conform with 2.1 but must have a msximum particle size of 2V in greaoest dimension. C. Fi11 must have a plasticity index (Pn of 12 or better unless placed under a foundation in which case the PI should be 2. TDHCA - HOME Invesunmt Partnaships Program Appendix A-04 - TMC Specifications Pege 3 of 24 Revised 01/01/2004 - - 214 5.2. Methods A. Exterior. The site must remain in a clean and neat condition and at the end of the project must be cleartd of all material, trash, and debris. Planting of grass must not be permitted until all clean-up is completc. B. Demolition: Debris and structures must be removed completcly from premises and site must be leveled and clean so as to prevent the ponding of water. C. Excavating: Excevate to grade specified in the drawings. Where excavations are not ehown in drawings, excavate as required form installation. Depressions resuldng from i+emoval of site obstructions must be filled as necessary to level site to originat or specified grade. D. Sub-grade preparadon: Clearing, scarifying, and re-compaction must be completed es specified, if not specified it must be completed as required for installation. E. Structural fill must bc compacted to 95%. F. Paved areas fill must have a minimum of 6b' of fill eompacted to 90'/0. 6.0 Concrete 6.1. Materials A. Alt concrete must have a minimal- 28 day compression strength of 2500 psi with a maximum slump of 6b'. B. All reinforcing steel must comply with ASTM designation A 615 Grade 40, and must be clean and fiEe of nist. C. All welded steel wire fabric must comply With ASTM designation A 185. D. Concrete must not be placed over grass, roots, or foreign materials. E. All Portland cement must comply with the requiroments of ASTM C150, CSA A-S, or AASHTO M85. F. Cement used at or below grade must comply with the requirements of Type 1. G. Cement used above grade must comply with Type 1. H. Fill dirt must be clean, compacted, and free &om harmful materials. 1. All materials used for concrete forms must be sound and clean and must be removcd after the concrete reaches final set. Voids and honeycombed surfaces must be filled with cement grout. All concrete is to be poured when the temperature ie at forty degrces Faheenheit (40 F) or above and rising. If the surface temperature is over ninety degrees Fahrenheit (90 F) steps to cooi the surface such as watering will be taken as required 6.2. Methods 6.3. PieTS and Pads A. Piers must be solid, monolithic, reinfom,ed concnete with minimum dimensions of 8V x S F/ x (d+4"). (d= distance from buttom of sill to extsting ground surFace - minimum of 12b'). If pier is placed on pad, min. dimension must bo 8"x8"xd. TDHCA - HOME Investmeat Pamerships Program Apprndix A-04 -1MC Spccificatiais Page 4 of 24 Revised 01/01/2004 y 1 215 B. Pads must be monolithic concrete pad,16`dxlbb'x4b'. They must be set on firm prepared soil below existing ground surface. 6.4. Steps A. All steps must have treads a minimum of ten inches and a maximum rise of seven inches. They must span full width of door opening or they must be minimum 36b' wicte at porches. B. Pre-cast steps must be staadard size with no defeets. They must be set level with concrete bases under each corner. Whar set, the rise from the top step to the wearing surface must be the same as the rise for the steps or be in the wearing surface plana C. Hollow poured steps must be formed and poured over an 8dx 16b' footer. Wall thickness must bc minimum of4d. The tresds must be broom finishat. 6.5. Slab on Grade A. All eonerete stabs must be poured tuonolithieally and be a minimum of 4" thick. Reinforcing must be 6b'x 6d, Number 6 welded wire fabric unless otherwise spocified. Top of slab poured on existing grade must be a minimum of hb' above surroundiag soil level. All slab designs and executions must concur with the reyuirements of the Southere Building code. A. Before concr+ete is poured, a slab iaspectaon must be requested from the Contract Administrator and then pass inspection. A!l slabs and driveways muat meet Contract Administrator codes. B. Walks must be poured monolithic to expaasion joints. Reinforcing must be 6b' x 6b', number 10 welded wiro fabric. Width must be a minimum of 36b, wide with a broom finish. Control joints must be spaced the width of the waik. Expansion joints roust be spaced at a maximuro of 203, at all radius points, elevation changes (i.e. steps, porches, etc.) and at back of curb. Expaosion joint material can be'hb' asphalt impregnated material or'/sb' redwood. Slab thickness must be a minimum of 4b. C. Driveways must be monolithic poured slab with a broom finish and a minimum thickness of 4", Reinforcing must be 6d x 6t/ number 10 welded wire fabric. The slab will be powed on a 2d, sand cushion (compacted). Expansion joints will be spacai a msximum of 20 linear feet not to exceed 30 sq. yands in one block. Expansion joints will be used at all radius poiots, sidewalk intersections and house slab tio-ins. Expansion joint materisls can be h", asphalt impregnated material or'/:,,, redwood. E. Exterior beams must have a minimum width at top of beam of 18`d, and may taper down to 14d at the bottom. Exurior beams to have a minimum of 4, #5 (5/8 b') rebars, two (2) at the top and two (2) at the bottom, set on 3/8t/ stirrups or #6 wire mesh cut to fit. Exterior beam must txtend a minimum of 6'd into undisturbed soil. Exterior beam must be a minimum of 243 in height. F. Interior beams must be minimum of 18b', in height and should have two #4 (1/2t!) rebats side by side 6`d, off bottom of beam set in 3/8b' stinups or #6 wire mesh cut to fit at 33 O/C. Interior beams width to be 16b' in width at top and may taper to 8b at bottom. #4 rebar to have a minimum lap of 12". #5 rebar to have a minimum lap of 15". Interior beam to extend 3b', below undistiurbed soil. G. All slab and beam specifications listed herc must be used unless thc Contract Administrator's Building Code requirements or specifications exeeed these specifications. All siab designs and executions must concur with the requirements of the Soathern Building code. 6.6. Concrete Porches TDHCA - HOME Investment Partnerships Program Appei►dix A-04 - TMC Specifications Page 5 of 24 Revisea otrotnooa 216 A. A[t porches must be poured monolithica(ly over select sand fill. B. Exterior beams must be a i'm m of 12b' in height with 4, #4 rebaz set ia 3/8t/, stinaps or #6 wue mesh cut to fit Q 33 O/C_ Beam width to be a minimum of 14" at top and may taper to 10" at bottom. Lower two rebar to be a minimum of 3 d, off bottom. Beam to extend a minimum of 6b', below undisturbed soil. Galvanized flashing to be used if wood is to be in coatact with concc+eto. G. Pow 1 b' below door sill or as noted and slope 1/8 b', per foot to provide dcain. 6.7. Footings A. Footings must comply with Southern Building Code for siu and reinforcemart. Whcn thc surrounding soil is not suffLciently strong enough to hold the concrete until final set, forms must be conspucted instead. 6.8. Foundations 6.9, General Specifications A. I.eveling must be done in such a menner as to be peimanent and must be completed before other wock begins. B. New posts must be concrete piers or decay resistant, treated wood posts for ground contact or of a decay resistant species. C. Apowable spans bttween piers or posts for a 4b' x 4b' sill - 53 on c.enter or for a 4b'x6b', siU 73 on center. D. Cedar posts and shims must be treated to prevent rot and deterioration E. When leveling, grades must be estabiished from existing concrete porchcs, fireplaccs and chimneys. F. When leveling is compiete, doors, windows, and openings must be reasonably plumb, level, and fully operational. G. Correct overspans by installing stringers and/or floor joists. Stringers are to be placed on concrete pads and piers. H. All sills must have 12b', minimum clearance above the ground when leveling is to be done unless otberwise specified. 6.14. Skuting A. Cover indicated area wit6 galvanized weatherboard metal foundation skirting fastened with self toPPmB shcet mctal scr+ews. B. Skirting must extend 4b, below and at least 18" above grade and be lapped and fasbened under siding on t6e same horizontal line of the entire wall or side of building. C. Skirting must have ventilation openings a minimum of 43 from each corner, and no less than every 8 vent openings should be covered by louvered screened vents, and slauld be a minimwn of 50 square inches. TDHCA - HOME InvesGnent Pmtnaships Program Append'ut A-04 - TMC Spocifications Page 6 of 24 Reviaed 0 1 /01/2004 . 217 D. Creep-hole Door must be hinged and be constcucted of such materia{ W conform with foundation skirt, and must be of adequate size for entrence into crawl spacc.(min, 16b x 16b'). 6.11. Foundation Drainage - When existing grades or excavations atlow water to accumulate under the structwe, a drainage diteh must be dug so water must drain away from the house. Ditch must be tocated as per individual speciflcation. Open ditches which constitute a trippinQ hazard must be replaced with French drains. Freneh drain will be constructed of 6d perforated PVC drain field linc and installod in a ditch at least 12b in depth and 8d wide. The ditch wili be back flled with P gravel and the dmin line protected with fabric mesh. The dmin line must be placed at teast 2d above tho bottom of the ditch and centered to allow gravel to surround it. Discharge must be a minunum of ten feet from the elosest edge of the structure and at lesst 10" below the grsde level of the structure. Whenever possible, foundation drainage problems will be corrocted through regrading, filling, campacting and planting of surrounding area. 6.12. Mosonry 6.13. Materials A. Portland Cement: ASTM C150. Typel B. Masonry Cement ASTM C 91 C. Aggregate: ASTM C 144 D. Brick: Facing brick ASTM C 216-71, grade MW, type FBS 6.14. Methods A. Do not install cracked, bmken, or chipped masonry units• B. Lay masonry units ptumb, teue to line and with level coursos accurately spaced within allowable tolerances. C. Adjust masonry units into final position while mortar is soft and plastic. D. Lay masonry units with full mortar coverage on horizontal and vertical joints. E. Provide weep holes in head joints in first course and immediately above all flashing. Maximum spacing 48b' o.c.. F. Attach masonry veneer to backing with metal veneer ties. Use at least one tie pcr 4 square fcet of veneer. G. Dry brush ma.sonry surface after each days work. Sctvb with acceptable cleaning agent. 7.0 Wood and Plaatica 7.1. Materials A. All lumber must bc idcnNfied by thc appropriate grade stamp. B. All new or replaced wood in contact with concrete, tarth, or within 12b', of ground level must be pressure treated or woimanized lumber or lumber with natutsl resistance to decay. C. Bridging must be #2 yellow pine or fir, graded and siamped as such.(fir in non-load bearing aneas only) TDHCA - HOME Invcsdnent Pmtnerships Program ~,,;~a o~rotnooa pppendix A-04 - TMC Specifications Pege 7 of 24 L ~ 218 8.0 Roug6 Catpentry 8.1. Methods A. All lumber must be fastened as detailed in section 1705.1 of the Southern Standard Building Code. B. All framing must be constructed to comply with the Southern Stsndard Buitding Code, and any local ordinances and specifications provided. 8.2. Fioor Framing A. Minimum allowable spans for floor joists are: Size S acln Mm S an 2b' x6d 16b' oc 9311 t/ 2b' x6tf 24d oc 838d 2b' x83 16V oc 1331b' 2d x83 24</ oc l l3Sb' B. All new or replaced floor joists must be supported at their extreme ends by either a 2tl x 4b', ledger or metal joist hanger. Toe nailing only will not be acceptable. Splicing of floor must be properly reinforccd (bridging). C. Removo deteriorated floor joists and replace with new joists of same dimensions. D. All sub-floor must be 1 b, nominal dimension or not less than 518", exterior gade plywood (with 15 pound felt paper moisture barricr) joined over a joist or solid bridging except when using end match lumber. 8.3. Wall Praming A. Studs must be spaced a maximum of 16b', on center with double top plates and single bottom piate. Double studs must be provided on each side of openings exceeding 33 width and triple studs where greater than 63. B. All windows, doors, and arched openings must have double headers. Where the openings are less than 63 width, the header must be supported by one cripple stud at each end. If the span excceds 63 then it must be supported at each end by two cripple studs. (headers must have'/:d, spacers) 8.4. Maximum- allowabie span for double headers are as follows: Siu S an 2`d x4b' 236b' 2d x6b' 630b' 2b' x8d 830b 8.5, Unless plywood (43x 83x'ht1, CD}) grade sheathing, or other approved rnateriels is used for braci ng, new corner posts on exterior wooden walls must be diagonally braced with a Ib'x4b', #2 grade lumber let in at each corner from the bottom to the top plate or galvaniud metal corner brace. TDHCA - HOME Invastment Partnerships Progratn Appendix A-04 - TMC Specifications Page 8 of 24 Re,r;soa otroinoaa V., 219 8.6. 8.7 8.8. To repair walls, use lutnber of such dimension as will allow the f►nis6ed surfaces on both sidcs of the wail to be smooth and continuous. Posts for porch framing must be SPF 4t/ x 4d wolmanized lumber, or as specified in project spxifications. Roof Framing A. Sufficient bracing must be installod to remove and prevent rooccuntncc of swag, and to maintain a true end cvcn plsne. B. Collar beams must be installed on upper 1/3 of mfter pairs, and ridgeboard must be pleced on every 3 pairs of rafteas. C. Purlins must be installed perpendicular to rafters to allow bracing to load bearing walis and to cemove and/or prevent reoccurrence of swag. D. Load bearing wall mfter supports must be installed along purlins to even roof raRets to one another in such a manner as to provide the decked roof surface tn be in a true and even plane. E. Ceiling joist strong-backs must be installed to support existing 2b' x 4" ceiling joiats. The strong- back must bo a minimum 2`dx 6d fastened to 2`dx4`d. Unit is to be set and fastened atong middle of joist span and ends must be fastenetl at top plate of nearast wall. F. Maximum allowable spans fur ceiling joists must be as foilows: G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. 0. gize S acin Maximum SPan 2d x 6`d 16d o.c. 143 4" 2b' x bb' 24d o.c. 11310`d 2d x 8b' 16b' o.c. 183 9t1 Zd X gd 24d O.C. 153 4d 2d x IOb 16'd o.c. 223 2" 2t/ x lOb' 24b' o.c. 1831'd Ceiling joists must be continuous or may be joined together over a partition to provide a condnuous tio across the structure. Al] damaged or deteriorated rafters must be t+emoved entirely and splicing must not be permitted. Barge taRers must be installed on every gabled roof. (to be same siu as rafters) When mfter tails are W be replaced, they must be cut back flush with exterlor siding. New mfter tails must be scabbed on 23 on existing mfter and of same dimension as existing. When a ridgeboat+d is required, it must be a minimum of 1 b in. thickness and not less in depth than the cut end of the rafter it joins. (one siu lsrger than raRers to be used) New decking must be'/zb, CDX grade plywood or 5/8d OSB using spacing clips for tafting spacing up to 24", o.a allowiag at least 1!8" clearance between seams. Repair decking must match existing decking in dimension and design. Ali roof overhangs must be a minimum of 12b', extending horizontaliy out fmm house wall, to a maximum of 18". Engincer-designed nusses may be used in lieu of conventional fnur►ing• TDHCA - HOME Investment Partnerships Program Appondix A-04 - TMC Specifications Page 9 of 24 Revisod 01/01/2004 220 P. 2b' x 4b' bracing must be cut into last two rafters and naiied to barge rafters (4 per gable) 9.0 Millwork, Cabineb and Trim 9.1. Materials A. Trirn materiels must be of select grade of white pine or equivalenL Cabinet plywood must be of A grade or equivatent (paint or stain grade as per specifications). Pine or fir plywood not permitted for cabinets. B. Finger jointed material must not be allowed on surfaces to be varnished. 9.2. Cabinets: A. Face fiames must be made of 3/4" A grade birch, oak or ash plywood. End panels and bottoms must be'/z", plywood. Cabinet backs and tops must bc 318", roedium densiry particle board with filled bull nosed edge. B. Doors must be'/+" A grade birch, oak or ash plywood, ttimmed with lip mold C. Drawer fronts must be same as doors. Sides, panels, and bottoms of 3g plywood. D. Factory built cabinets must have plywood or solid wood fronts. Particie board is not permitted. E. Cabinet hardwan must includc the following: 1. Drawer suspension must be self-aligning three (3) points nylon roller suspenaion. 2. Drawer and cabinet puils must be anrique brdss finished or wooden and properly fitted for ease of use. 9.3. Countertop must be light colored roll front, roll back, pmformed, laminated countertop, or as per project specifications. ConUactor to provide homeowner with three se]ectipn5, 9.4. Methods A. Finish work must be finished smooth, frce from machine or tool matks, abrasions, raised grain, etc., on exposed surfaces, and must be machine sanded and hand dressed to a smooth filrish. B. All molded members and irim must be mitered or eoped at cornecs. C. All measurements and dimensions must be verified by the contracWr at the job. D. Narls must be countmunk aad Slled. E. Cabinets must be set Ievol F. All joints must hsve countersunk nailing and glue. G. Factory built cabinets must be installed as per plans and specifications or as factory specs dictate. H. Countertop must be light colored roll front, roll back, preformed, laminated countertop, or as per project specifications. Contractor to provide homeowner with three selections. TDHCA - HOME Invespnent Parmerships Program Appendix A-04 - TMC Specifications Page 10 of 24 Revised 01/01f2004 221 9.5. tnterior Tcim A. Door trim must bt H trim with mitered comets and installed with an y d reveal, or specified trim. B. Wit►dow trim must be SPF tumber. Window stools must have mitcned bull nosed front cnd. C. Coiling trim, where needed, must be 1'/,t/, cove mold with miterod joints and corners. D. Baseboard and shoemold baseboard must either be a baso raold, or where adjoining existing base, SPF lumber. E. Shoe mold must be required in every room whcre sheet vinyl or hard wood flooring exists or is installcd. F. Wall trim must be used where peneling buus corner or where a wall is in two different planes. Wall d-im for paneling must be stsin grade inside or outside corners. All other uso materials as [lCCC898f)'. 10.0 Exterlor Sfdlng und Trim 10.1. Materials A. Exterior sheathing must be one of the following: 1. Wood boards or sheathing panels sg b', ttuck (no plywood) 2. Hardbvard over studs 16b' or 24`d, on center 5g b, thick 3. Hardboard ovcr oxisting siding Y8 `d thick 4. Cement board Lap Siding on studs 16", on center. B. If siding is to be replaced it must be: 1. Wood siding not less than 5/8b', unkss installed over s5eathing. All siding must be "C" gTade or better, free from loose knots and splits. 2. Plywood must be of exterior gade and must have a thicknoss of 5/8d. 3. Match existing as required• C. All siding replacement must be of conforming pattern, type, at►d eolor. If unable to match, entire shucture must be Fainted to make color uniform. D. Exterior trim must be preservative mated wolmanized lumber where contact with water is likely. Otherwise lumber used must be #2 yellow pine. E. Building face brick must be of gas firod solid clay shale units. Shvctural clay tile, concrete masonry units, and stone must comply with FHA specifications, Section 703. F. pll fasteners must be non-corrosive nails. 10.2. All new exterior siding must be completed with material of like quality over 15# felt paper. Repair of trim must be done with "C" grade material. TDHCA- HOME Investmcnt Pertncret►ips Progam R~~ Ol/01/2004 Appendix A-04 - TMC Specifications Page 11 of 24 222 103. Repair of siding must be done with materisl of like quality over 15# felt paper. Rcpair of trim must be done with "C" grade material. 10.4. Methods A. Trim must be completo with no pieces missing. Repaired siding must be lacod into existing siding. B. Vinyl Siding must be installed per manufactuner's apecifications. C. Trim must be complete with no pieces missing, Repairai siding must be laced into existing siding. D. When new siding is placed over existing, the existing siding must fully cover the wal) to supply an even surface for applicstion of new siding. Fasteners must be long eaough to pcnetrste into the existing structural members at least 1/2`d. A moistwa barrior (buitding felt paper) must be used directly under ncw siding. 10.5. Ncw Siding - If panel siding is used all joints and paaels must fall on center of ftaming members. For lap siding start application by fastening a wood starter strip (3/8b x 3/8b') along bottom edge of the Sill. Level and install first piece of siding so that bottom edge is at least 1/8`d, below the starter strip. Fasteners must be up from the drip edge of the siding. Butt edges must occw only at stud locations. Minimum overiap of courses must be 1 V. NO siding mayt be placed closer than 6b' to the exposed earth. 10.6. Roof trim A. Fascia must be installed on wood band nailed to rafter tails and must be wider than the cut of the rafter. B. Soffit must be X t/ all grade exterior plywood installed to rafter (when specified), C. Friezeboard must be installed at top plate of wall and extend to decking of roof and fit tightly betvveen rafters (no gaps). 10.7. Posts and handrails A. Columns must be a minimum 4d, x 4t1, dimension and be treated lumber. B. Handrails must be wolmaniud Ltiated lumbcr, C. Porches must be constructed of troated (umber and porch flooring must be made of Zd, x 4b' wolmanized or h-eated lumber, rough cedar, or #2 yellow pine, with corroaive resistant nails. D. Exterior door and window trim must be wolmanized treated lumber rough cedar or #2 yellow pine with corrosive resistent nails. Gaps must be only large enough so thet caullcing will be sufficient to fill. 11.0 Inaaladon 11.1. Materials A. Exterior wall insulation: provide foil or paper faced glass fiber batts having a thermal resistance "R" value of at least R-13. TDHCA - HOME Investrnent Partnetahips Program Appendia A-04 - TMC Specificadons Page 12 of 24 Rcvised 01 /O 1/2004 ~ 1 223 B. Blown insulation is acceptable but should have proper fire retardance and be placed abovc and below fire blocking. C. Ceiling insulation: provide foil or paper faced glass fiber batts having a theimal resistance "R" valuc of at least R-30. 11.2. R factors must be the following: A. Ceiling: R-30 B. Wall: R-13 C. Floor. R-I 1 11.3. Methods A. Install all insulation accoMing to tnanufacturers instructions unless otherwise specified. 12.0 Roofing 12.1. Materials A. Install minimum 220 pound equivalent fiberglass seal tab Class A fiberglaes composition shingles (20 year werranty) according to manufacturer's directions. Homeowner to choose one color from three choices (to be light colors only). B. Fiberglass shingles havc Class A label C. Asphalt shingles should have a Class C label D. Felt should bt 151b. 36tf wide. 12.2. Methods A. All roofing must be applied in accordance with the Southem Building Codo. Unless otherwise specified all old roof covering, whethcr composition, wood, or built up, must be removed prior to installation of new roof. B. A!1 defecrive, rotten, or missing sheathing, overhar►gs, rafter ends, and fascia must bc replaced. C. Thcrc must not be any voids or obstructions ia the sheadung, and knodtoles must be wvercd with aheetmetal. D. All rooSng must be done in accordance with the manufacturet's reeommendations, and installed in such s manner to prevent any leeks. 12.3. Demolition A. Demolition of cxisting roofing must be dono quickly to aliow replacement befora an inclement weather condition develops. Precautions must be teken W protect the existing house from water- damage at all time. B. All torn off matcrial muat be heaped in piles aad haulod away immediatelv. C. AU nails from the tear off and replacement must be picked up immetliattlv. TDHCA - HOME Investmait Partnerships Program Appendix A-04 -TMC Specifications Page 13 of 24 Revised 01/01/2004 I- 224 12.4. Composidon Roofing A. Attached with felt nails in 1 S# felt paper overlappiag rows 4". 12.5. Mctal Roofing A. Metal roofing must bc installed using a starter strip on barge rafters and indicated sections must be roofed with 5"V" crimp metal roofing and FHA type metal drip edge. B. Fasteners must be lead head nails. 12.6. Built-up Roofing A. For built-up roofs, nail one ply of 30# felt MOP two plies of 15# felt, Apply hot mopped tar and gravel, properly spaced to create a uniform and durable roof. 12.7. Flashing A. All flashiag and valley material must be standard grade 29 gauge galvanized sheet metal. B. Valley tin must be "V" trough valley flashing (miairnum 20" wide). C. Galvanized or aluminum turbine vent, minimum of two. D. ALI o1d valiey tlashing must be removed. E. Shingles may be trimmed to allow 4b, trough or may be laced over flashing. F. All flashing must be installed only after aq felt paper is in place. G. Gables and eaves must have galvanized drip edge. H. When the rake of a roof abuts a vertical wall, stepped metal flashing must be applied over the end of each course of shingles. 1. All pipes projecting tkvough the roof must have metal stack flashing or neoprene rings. 13.0 Doors 13.1. Materials A. All newly installed exterior doors must be 1-3/4, solid core units. They must be drilled for a lockset and deadbolt. B. Atl interior doors must bo hollow core mahogany with a minimum thickness of 1-318b and must be cored for a lockset. C. Storm doors must be of extruded construction with a minimum thickness of lt/ x 2d, fluted stiles, a 2%:`d, wido extruded alwninum solid push bar, heavy duty kick plate, fumished with 18/16 aluminum mesh wire. It must be equipped with a pnewnatic closer, a catch latch, and hung on a matching factory built frame. D. Wooden scrxn doors must be of aelect preservative treated Westem Ponderosa Fine, with dowel joint construction and fumished with 18/16 mesh aluminum screen wire, minimum thickness 1-1/8 V. TDHCA - HOME Investment Pactnerships Progcam Appendix A-04 - TMC Spacificatioas Page 14 of 24 Revised 01/01/2004 225 E. Pre-hung units must have a fTame made of'4", material with a properly plowed jamb to rsceive 1 or 1Ys d doors. A pre-hung unit musi be equipped with tho door panel, jamb, and all trim. 13.2. Methods 13.3. Exterior poois A. Pre-hung exterior doois must be installed plumb and level. Door panel must not be trimmed or manipulated in any fashion and must swing froe and easy. B. When a panel is to be inserted into an existing frame, the door opening must be level and made capable of holding the new door. Recommendad cleatsnce from the door edge to the jemb in 3/16". The door must not be trimmed or manipulated 'm any fashion and must swing free and easy. 13.4. Interior poors A. Pre-6ung units must be installed plumb and level to insure proper operation. Bottom of the door may be cut off to allow proper ventilation and operation. B. When a panel is to be inserted into an existing frame, the door opening must be level and made capable of holding the new door. Recommended clearanee from the door to jamb is 3/16". The panel must be cut off to allow proper ventilation and operation. C. Bi-folding or lauvered bi-folding doors must be used where specified. They must have four panels end have pulls attached to the outside two. T'hey must be installed plumb aad must fit evenly and snug betwetn buttcd panels. D. Pre-hung wooden doors vented a minimum of 100 square inches, top and bottom, must be used on gas waten ceater closet door openings. Door must be installed plumb and levd for proper operation. 13.5. Storm Doors A. If mounting surface is rottcn or ia any manner deteriorated, it must be replaced. B. Storm doors must be installed with screw fasteners and must be caulked and well fitted. 13.6. Scran Doors A. Wooden screen doors must ba installed level and be closely fitud to insure protection from rodent and insect infiitration. 1f the mounting surface is rotten or deteriorated, it must be replaced. S. Aluminum screen doors must comply with the specifications for, storm doots. 13.7. Door Repair A. Entrance doors must have 1'h", pair of door buus, weatherstrip tluuhold (mado of rolled vinyl with aluminum channel backing). B. Any ~ or missing pmts must be n,placal. C. All make-shift door frames must be replaced (fill ia all holes at doors to be neat and permanent). D. All doors must fit and work properly. TDELCA - 80ME lnvestment Partnerships Program Appendix A-04 - TMC Specificadons Page 15 of 24 Revixd 01 /Ol/2004 226 14.0 window, 14.1. Materials A. Wooden replaccment units must be consWcted of "S" or "T" stiles, check rail, or piain r8i1. Material must be preservative treatod Western ponderosa Pine Minimum thickness of 1-3/811. B. Aluminum units must be constructed of heavy gauge eXtruded a(uin»urn sections (mio, thiclcness .462). @ Exposed surFaces of all aluminum must be extruded of first class materi$l W;th no serious defects or blcmishes. All joints must be neauy fitted, secure, an{ water tigtrt. Windows must have standanl screens over movable part of window. C. Aluminum screens must be removable. Screen framItEmust be minimum 318"x.020 gaugo wire with 8-8x16" mesh aluminum screen K,ire, yioyl spline must be used to hold wice in s~~nbune D. Wood screcns must be made of material; header arid sides must be a minimum of 2", in w;dth; basc must be 3", wide and must be properly doweled at joints; and scr~ ~,,,i~ mast be 18'x14" mesh. 14.2. Methods 14.3. Repair A. Re-screening must be done with 1 S"x14", mesh aluminum screeu wire, Rep~~ ~lding with new metching mvlding. B. Repair windaw with #1 materiat leaving no defect in frame, sill, sash, sash locks, balanees, weathersWppinS, hsrdware, aluminum screen, etc. Ro-glezing surfaces must be properlY pc+ePered bY Tenwval of all crecked or otherwise unsopnd glazing mauria], proper holding devices must be installed. New glazing compounds must be ofSood grade and applied according to manufacturer's specificetions. Type of glazing compound must conform to usage, 14.4. New Windows A. If ncw windows are to be ;nstalicd, the installatioa area must be cut and the window installed on the same day. Leaving the site secure and t6e window in operating and locking condition at tho end of the day. B. All interior and extcrior gaps, joints, or mating surfaces must be caulked to prevent air infiltration. C. Windows must be installed plumb and Ievel to insure proper operation with no "sticking" 14.5. Stotm Windows A. Storm windows must be attached to thc existing window frame or trim If mounting surface is deteriorated, rotted, or of inferior quatity, it must be neplaced, storm windows must enhance weatherization At no time will storm windows be instaUed to rectify air leakage or other deterioration of existing window B. Installation must not interfere with the operation of the existiag window and the storm aindow must be caulked to insure protecdon from water aad air infiltration, 15.0 Hudwue 15.1. Materials TDHCA - HOME [nvespnent PartnershiPs Program Appcndix A-04 -'I'MC gp~ficahons Page 16 of 24 Reviscd 01/01/2004 ~ ~ 22l A. Door locksets must meet industry standards. Entrance locksets must alt be keyeid alike with deadbolts. Deadbolts must be installed on front and rear entry doors. Muat be finishai in antique brass. All brands must be appmved by the Contract Administrator. 15.2. Interior poors - All bathtoom and bedroom doors must have privacy. All othcr doors must havc passagc lockaets. 153. All doors must havc a wall mounted door stop, strikepiate, lockset, and appropriate hinges. 16.0 Wallboud 16.1. Materials A. Gypsum board must conform to Fed. Spec. SS-L-34 type III, class I style 3 and must have be tapered joint gypsum board (thickness 1/2b' on walls, and cei(ings). 518" grade x wall board will used for fire-retardant raquirements. Moisture resistant "grec.m board" will bt used in wet tocations such as bathrooms B. Paneling must be smooth without bletnish 1/4b', thick and finished according to individuai specifica6ons. C. Perforated tape mix instapation must comply with the recommendations of the manufacturer. Temperature must be 55 degcecs Fahrenheit or abovo in the area it is being applied until the cment is complctely dry. 162. Methods 16.3. Gypsum Board - Ceiling A. Fasteners must be spaced as follows: S ci Size Type of Nails 7V o.c. '/:b' 1 '/.b' flaWead 6b' o.c. Y, d 1yi `d flathead B. Nails must be driven with their heads perpendicvlar to the facc of the board and seatod below the surface of the board without breaking the paper (screws must comply with the sarne above). C. The board must be cut to fit with tapered sides butting and ends butting. Where possible end joints must be staggered. 16.4. Gypsum Board - W all A. Fasteners must be spaced as follows: S !,2 Type of Nails y,y, 8" o.c. 1'/+b' flatiiead %y, 8" o.c. i`d flathead Sg y, T' O.C. 1ye V flfldlCfld TDHCA - HOME Invesqnent Pminaships Progrann Appendix A-04- TMC Spxifications Page 17 of 24 Rcviwa 01ro1noo4 , 228 B. Nails must be driven with their shanks peipendicular to the face of the board and seated below the surface of the boand without brealcing the pepet. C. The board must be cut to fit with tapered edges butting and ends butting. W}1e~ ~ssible joints must be staggered. 16.5. Paneiing A. Nails must be rnatclung color panelidg nails with screw head or annular thread shenk or finish nail set and puttied. Length of nai] must provide at least 1/2b', penetration into wood support. Space nails at least 12b on center. minimum 1/4t1, thick paneling securod vvith panel adhesive must be used when stud spacing is gneater tlian 16b' on center. B. There must be solid backing for all edges. Paneling must be installed level with no Baps between sheets and where it meets the ceiling and floor. otber wall gaps are allowed only so wide as thc trim must cover. 16.6. Drywall Repair A. Must bc accamplished with the patched gypsum board of the see dimension as the original board to kave the patched area in ptane with the surrounding drywall finish. Tape, float, and texcure to match existing wa11 finish. , 16.7. Tape and Ftoat A. OvefJoints, the tape must be embedded in cement and covorcd with a thin layer of cement. A second and third coat must be app(ied vvith each coat feathered and extended btyond We previous coat by two inches. The finish coat must be sanded Iightly and any imperfections filled in prior to any painting or decorating. B. Cover nails with thrce (3) applications ofcement allowing time to dry betwcen each coat. The final coat must be sanded lightly befote application of paint or other decoration. C. Inside corners must be reinforced with tape embedded in cement, finish as specified'bver joints." D. Outside comers must be protected by wood molding, metal molding, or metal corner bead reinforcement. Metai corner reinforcement must be finished as specffied "overjoints" with two coats of cement. E. Texturing Ceilings must be stomped and dragged. Walls must be lightly textuned. For ropairs texture should match existing. 17A Flooring 17.1. Materials A. Batbroom underiayment must be 5/8d CDX exterior grade plywood over a 30 pound felt paper vapor baurier. B. All other floors must have 5/8b', Plywood installed with vapor barrier as in bathroom; floors must be smooth and even throughout structur+es. C. If har+dwood flooring is to be installed sub-flooring muat be y 8 y CDX plywood, TDHCA - HOME Investment percnerships Program ApPcndix A"04 - TMC SPecifications Pagc 18 of 24 Revised 01/01/2004 229 D. Vinyl Asbestos tile must be 12b'x12t/ square andl/Sb' thicla►ess homogenous type as approved by the Contract Administrator. E. Shect vinyl raust be of 12 mil. Floors at bath and kitchcn must have waterproofed cover. Homcowner must choose from one of thrce choices providcd by contractor. F. Carpeting must be durable quality nylon fabric with jute backing and mat or exceed FHA specifications. Must be a 24-28 oz. face weight carpet with continuous nylon filament. 18.0 Methods 18.1. Repair A. All dama portions of sub-floor must be removed and new flooring of same type applied. B. All floors with damaged sheet covering must have the entire flooring in that room replaced when specified to be repaired. Tile floors may be patched if filc matching quality and appeaiance is available, otherwise, all tile must be replaced. 18.2. Vinyl Floor Covering A. Floors to recoive vinyl must have a[I foreign material romoved from surfaces aad alt holes must be filled. Nails must be countersunk. B. Installation must bc done with manufacturec's suggested adhesive. No joints must be perntiued. The vinyl must be fitted with no gaps showing at walls, door openings, or trim. Full cover must be achieved. At doors or other areas of joining, metal strips must be installed to protect floor covering. 18.3. Cacpet A. Sub-floor must be frce from holes aad forcign materlal. Nails must be countcrsunk. B. Installation must be accomplished using tack strips and carpet must be stretched and then attached w tack strips. C. Carpet must be installed on ys " composition pad. 19.0 Pdnting 19.1. Materials A. AIl paints must be new, sealed in their original container and carry a manufactuters wanmnty. B. Exterior paint must carry a quality of no less than a 15 year warianty. C. Interior paint for walis, ceiling, and trim must catry a quality of no less than a 10 year warranty. D. Ceulk to be minimum 20 year warranry acrylic latex. 19.2. Methods TDHCA - HQME [nvestment Partnerships Program Appendix A-04 - TMC Specifications Page 19 of 24 Reviaed 01/01/2004 ` 230 A. All work must be done by skilled mechanics and must be uniform in appearame, of approved color, smooth ancl free from r~, sags, Skips, and defective brushing. Paint must be well mixed, not settkd, badly caked, or thickened in container. It must be broken up with a paddte to a smooth cunsistency and have easy brushing pr ~~~y operties. C. Paint must be readily mixed. D. Installation rate must be no higher than the manu~~tUT&s 9uggested rate of coverage. All paint materials must be delivered in originai unopened containers, with labels and tag incact. E. Paint must be allowed to dry hard betweEn coats, as per manufacturer's recommendation. Full coveaage is tequired. F. When color, wood grain, staiin, or undercoat show through the final coat of paint, the µ,ork must be covered by additional coats until the paint is uruform in color and appeamnce and ~vemge is completed. G. Ma1ce edges of paint adjoining other materials or colors sharp and ciean without overlapping. H. All cracks and joints must be completely sealed with caulking compound exterior). Caulking compound must be delivored to the job in manufacturer's u openedand containers. I• Hardware, accsssorics, and fixtures must be removed end protacted dur;ng painting and replaced afterwards. J. All work must be protected from dae¢e by use of drop cloths. K. SprRY Painting is allowed only where indicatcd by individual speci6cations. L• Ai completion of ail construction of the job, a(1 damaged surfaces must be touched up and left in first class condition. M. Contractor must pr+ovide color satpplss for the homeowner's approva[. 19.3. LEAD BASE ppINT MUST NOT BE SED. 19.4. Methods 19.5. Exterior Painting A. Exterior painting must ba performod when weather conditions are scceptable as reccommended by the manufacturer. Back prime re retardant. Naif holes, splits, or sc~tcho~s rauwood st be i~t°ne coat of primer paint with mildew coat Knots and pitch streaks must be spot primed with a q~tal ty stain~~'I~r w~ ~ after prime have smooth finished surface when paintod. urfaces must 19.6. Interior painting A. Wa11s and ceiling ataincd by water must be treated with a quality stain killer prior W painqng. At no time will latex paint be used to cover oil base pa;nt. All trim and wood must t+eceive two coats of semi-gloss oil base enamel paint. 19•7• Porch and Floor Enamel TDHCA - HOME Investment partnenhIPs progam Nppendiz A-04 -'IMC Spocifications Page 20 of 24 Revised 0 11o1 ,2004 V- ~ 231 A. AU surfaces must bo cwcd, dry and cleaned free of conditions that woufd adversely affect tfie perfonaance of the coating. Prime according w product specifications. 20.0 MECHANICAL 20.1. Geaeral Spocificadons A. All plumbing instalLaNons must conform to the Southern Building Code. B. When house is W be raised or lowered, temporary connections must be provided to have continuous operation of all systems by the homeowner. Any iptemtption of aervice must not exceed 28 hours. Homeowner must be notified at least 24 hows prior to expxtad intorruption, and must be nodfied when system is once again operational. C. Relocau house lines to new or relceated fixtures. Install new venting to new fixture locations. All lines must be located in wall cavities and under foundation Inclnde roof jacks and flashing where ner.essary. D. If lines can be repaired they must be repaired as needed to be in good operating condition and free of defects. 20.2. Materisls 203. F'vctures A. New or replaced Kitchen sink must be new stainless sta16" deep double basin, 30" sclf rim unit installed in kitchen to include strainers/drain plugs, water and waste line eorreetions. Rim must be sealed to countertop with standard sealer (i.e. plumbers putty, dap sealer, etc). Water lines must have cut off vatves at sink. Faucets must be a washerkss, cartridge type, sin$le lever unit unless otherwise spocified. Unit must be chrome plated braes. B. New or replaced lavatory - replace with a cast imn porcelain enamel unit if damaged. Mount securely to wail frame located as per plans. Faucet must be washerless, chrame plaitd brass dual control unit with water, DWV, and cut off vatves. Vanity unit, when specified, must have monolithic sink and top of resin cast marble, base must be wood veneer on front and sides. C. New or replaced Tub Unlt - install new white enaroeled stcel tub unit as per plans. To include new trap overflow and drain with stop vslvc, and waur and waste connections. Valve must be washerless and high quality chrome plated brass unit with dual control, jewel handles. Install plumbing access. D. New or replaced Shower Tub Unit - install new white fiberglass showerltub unit as per plans. To include new rap overtlow and drain with swp valve and water connections. Valve must be washerless and high quality chrome plated brass unit with dual control, jewel handles. E. New or replaced Water Closet - install new white round bowl vitroous china low-flow type unit as per plans. To have new tank gaskets, flow valve assembly, handle, mountings, lid and seat, snd water and waste water line connections. Water line must have cut off valves. F. Bathroom 6ardware must include the following: Two ctuome towel bars 18", long 2. Chrome toilet tissue holder 3. Chrome toothbtush and tumbler holder TDHCA - HOME lnvestment Pamecships Progtsm Appendix A-04 - TMC Spaci6carions Page 21 of 24 ` 232 Revised Ol /Ol/2004 4. Rece.ssed wall mounted mirrored medicine cabinet at 5. L.evaWry wall, centered over lavatory. 6. Showedtub panel kit must be ABS plastic unit sealed with matching color silicone caulk 7. Chrorae shower curtain rod New or rtplaced Dryer venting must be ducted through the exterior wall or to the exterior via crawl space. All openings must be rodeat and weather proof. H. New or replaced Washer Connections - must be recessed mount box in wall with DWV and water faucets. Relocate or connect machine to operate properly es per plans. New or replaced Hase Bibs - must be installed at locations on plans. Fxterior hose bibs must be the frost-proof type. Instap frost-proof 6ose bib vacuum breaker on a(1 exterior hose bibs. 20.4. Gas Appliances Wall Furnace - Must be U.L. listed wall fumace. It must include a11 connections, piping, and fittings. Fumace must be thermostatically coaVolled, high efficiency, forced sir, sutomatic fan control unit. $TU output and number of unita tnust be determined in the individual Specifications. Unit must have gas shutoff located adjacent to the unit. The unit must be installed by a licensed HVAC contractor. B. Install new water heater to be 30 gallon high efficiency, gas find automa6c tank type heater located ss per plans. Unit must include all new venting and conneccions. Gas outlet and cut off must be located at front of water heater c[oset. Fresh air inlets are required at top and bottom to allow combustion air to vent from t6e outside. Installation must be according to SBCC. 20.5. Pipiag A. New or replaced Drain, waste, and vent lines must be standard weight galvanized stetl pipe with cast iron drainage Sttings, or standard weight cast iron soil pipe and Sttings or schedule 40 polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings. All piping passing through the roof must be properly flashed. Must have clean-out located at exterior of house. B. New or replaced Water lines must be type "L" copper, located inside wall cavities. After installation they must be pt+essure testod with 125 psi for 30 minutes prior to coverage. A dielxtric fitting is required between piping of diesimilar metals. A(1 water tines above ground and not inside an insulatod wall cavity or ceiling/attic space will be $+eeze protecW with'/i', fiberglass insulation or'/:" armorflox, sealed at sll joints. C. All existing gas piping is to be tested with 61b. mercury coEwnn. My lealcs will be reported immediatelv to Contract Administrator. D. All year service lines (water, sewer and ges) must have a minimum of 12b', of ground covcr. 21.0 Electtical 21.1. General Specifications A. All new electrical installations must conform with the National Elxtrical Code. TDHCA - HOME Investment Parh►erships Program Appendix A-04 - TMC SpecificaNons Page 22 of 24 Revisod 01101/2004 233 B. Pians must be considered as recommended layout, however, the National Electrical Code must be the rule in a!1 instances. C. New or replaced mast, meter loop, and breaker penel as per plans and work-write ups. D. AU fixtures must be U.L. approved. E. All wiring must be fished in wall cavities. Any surface roounted wiring must be in smooth EMT conduit or wire mold securoly mounted. 21.2. Materials 21.3. Fixtures A. Smoke and CO Detector For all new construction and rehabilitation of muld-familvgroperties: 110 volt U.L. listed amoke alarm unit installod according to State of Texas pcoperty code, Southern Building Code and manufacturees recommendation at location(s) apecified on pmject specifications. Also at least one carbon monoxide detector must be installed ef natural gas or other combustible is used as fuel source. B. Smoke and CO Detector-For RehabilitaNon of ovmer occwied housing: battery operated smoke detectors and at least one carbon monoxide detector must be installed to provide adoquate coverage for the entire household. C. Bathroom ceiling heater must be forced fan unit Instalt as pcr plans and manufacturer's recommendationa. D. Bath Exhaust Pan must be U.L. approved and installed to meet all applicable local codes. B. Newly installed Range Hood must be U.L. listed and vonted ttuough the roof. F. Service Entrance must be a minimum 100 amp, l 20/240v service as per plans. G. GFCI's will be installed at any outlet that is within six feet of a water sout+ce measuted at the shortest distance, sueh devices will be properly grounded and tested for proper function. 22.0 MieceWneoua 22.1. Extecmination A. Property must have one year policy with initial and throe (3) quarterly return ttratments for ants, roaches, silverfiah and rodents if required. B. Property must have a vne time treatment for termite controt. Both extomunarions must be perfornied by a licensad and bonded company and must have a one year written warranty or guarantee delivet+ed to the homeowner through the Contract Administrator. A one time fee for matment must be made for the initial treatments end the three quarterly treakments, if required. 23.0 Attic Acccss 23.1. Must be located as per plans. Dimensions must be listed on plana. Scuule hok cover must be 5/8b', plywood with a smooth finish. Trim must be H trim with mitered joints. Paint to match other trim in house. Cover must have insulation batt out to fit on top of it. TDHCA - HOME Investmmt Parmerships Program Appendix A-04 - TMC Specifications Page 23 of 24 Revised 01/01/2004 ` 23.2. Gravel Wallcs and driyes mtiyt be made of washed gravel3/8", diameter minimum. Gravel must be4 b', thick minimum over a well graded and compacted soil_ Gravel must be contained by 2tJ x 12d treated lumber (note: distance from ground level to top of board not less than 2d). 23.3. utteta, Downspouts, and Splash blocks A. Gutters and downspouts must be galvaniud metal, or ALvmLnum properly hung. B. A directional fitcing must be installed to divert water away from the house. C. A concrete splash block muat be placed under each downspout 23.4. Cleanup A. Interior - daily cleanup is required so the space can nmaie inhabitable. Upon complotion all materials, dirt, and debris mast be removed and the tntire house must be left in a broom clean condition. Bathroom and kitchen surfaces must be made sanitary, (Note: all paint and decals on windows must be nemoved.) 24.0 Land_ s¢antn 24.1. Upon final cleanup ancl removal of all materiats snd debris, yard must be hydro_n,utched, sodded with St. Augustine, or as specified in individual work write-up. END MINIMUM SPECIFIC TIONS TDHCA - HOME Invespnent pannayhips prognm Appendix A-04 - TMC Specificatioas Page 24 of 24 ~ ~ ~ Revieod 01/O1/2004 ~ ~ TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNTTY AFFAIRS HOME Investment Partnerahipg Program AFE- TEXAS MINIMUM CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS 1.0 Overvlew 1.1 The pwpose of the Texas Minimum Conswction Stsndards ('I'MC Stamdards) is to ensure that all Texans who raxive new or cehabilitated hoosing scrvices tFu+ough pr°gmms funded by the Texas Department of Housing and Communiry Affairs (TDHCA) live in housing that is safe, decent and affordable. Furthermoro, the Texas Minimum Conswction Standards should ensure that the investraent of public and homoowner fuads is designed to increase the valuo of the PropertY,lenBthen the term of affordability, and prese►ve habitsbility. 1.2 All work carried out with tt►e assistance of funds provided through the TDHCA must be carried out in accordance with these standards, mast meet mintmum sPec'fications snd unless othenvise defitkd must mcet or exceed industry end trade standards. 1.3 Dcfinitions and Acronyms A. AOME Program means the HOME Inveshnent Partnerships Program as a program of the Texas Departmet►t of Housing ar►d CommunitY Affairs• B. TDHCA is an acronym for Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. C. TMC Standards is an acronym for Texas Minimum Construction Standards. TMC Standards was formerly knowr► as the Texas Minimum New and Rehabilitation Conshuction Standards 1.4 Inspections A. Inspections must be carried out using the appmpriste'TMC Standards chxlcliets• Ali rooms, service porches, exterior areas, out buildiags, crawl spaces and attie sPaces must be mcluded in all inspections. Inspectiona will include all issues ineluded on the checklist but, when not indieatcd, any evidecrt deficiency or hazerd will be noud. Whti► cural ProPectY is inspxted, a11 out buildings used by the household for swraSe, garage, etc., will be includod with all yard areas. Otlierwise all buildings and yard spaoe incfuded on an individual lot will be inspeoud• Once HOME funds are ~vested, all iospected anas must meet TMC Standards• No exceptions or deletions will be permitted. 1.5 Work Write-Ups A. Wodc write-ups should be written with enough detail w specify, each ium to be repaired, quantity of materials to be used end exact location of each repair. Each item should relate to a specific inspeetion ittm and should have a specific line item cost estimate• 1.6 Cost Estitnatas A. Cost esdmates should be detailed for each repair item. F.ach rePair item must reference a specific Page l of 23 'i'DHCA- Home [nvesdneet Pem►erstriPs P*°Sr~n Rcvised 01/01/2004 Append'vc A-03 - TMC Standards cite in the perfoemance mauual, as well as, the specification manual. Each repair item should inc~lude a per unit priee snd the number of units to be repait~ed. qn acceptable bid must be within 15 /o of the cotal cost estimate, 1.7 Responsibilities A. Homeowners are responsible for completing epplicetion materia]s, returning aU t+eqttited documentation within the dme frame stated on the app(ication materials and responding to any inquiries regar,ding applicadon deficiencies. A homeowner who fails to do these things within a timely manner will be disqualifed for services. B. Homeowrters who are selected for services must undetstand the budget limitations of the program and will be briefed on what services they will receivo. Homeowners must underacand that a thorough inspecpon of thcir homes may ncsuit in a"walk away" if necessary repairs exceed the program's previously established budget Homes that are denIed on this basis may be prioritized for reconsmuction when reconstruction funds are available. To complete necessary repairs within the established budget, homeowners, if thty are physically able, may be sska{ to perform "svveat equity" tasks such as eleaning yard areas. These tasks should be completed prior to contracted services. C. It is the homeowner's responsibility to review all contractual materia(s ineluding specificstions, work write-ups and contracts prior to signing a HOME agnoement. Items t6at are rwt spocified in writing including type of materials, colors and etc_ an not part of the HOME agt+eement The scope of services must be discussed in a pre-construcNon conference at whieh time the homeowner will receive a copy of all related construction materials including specifications, write.ups and agreements. It is recomrnended each item of the work wriu-up be initisled as approved by the homcowncr. The homeowner's signahue on the HOME agreement wili serve to acknowledge awareness of all such documents. D. It is the homeowner's responsbi]ity t;o aRange access to convactors for rehabilitation construcdon services including punc6 list items and warisnry work. If reasonabk and timely acce,ss is denied to a contractor who is attempting to make a good faith effon to make roquired repairs, the homeowner will become responsible for these repairs. E. Except when acccss is permitted for c+ehabilitation services, secwity of the property;s the homeowners responsibility. Movemont, storage and seauity of personal propercy;s the homeowners responsibility. Personal Property damaged, displaced or missing during the rehabilitation phase of services should be reported immediately to the Contract Administrator but it is up to the homeowner to pursue damages for such lossea. It is recommended that a thorough photographic and wtitten inventory be completed prior to rehabiiitation. F. Durintg rehabilitation the homeownec will not affect repair areas and will malce a reaconable effort to stay away from the constcuction zone. G. The homeowner must approve each itemized draw that the contiactor r+equests and must make a reasonable effort to inspc.ct each item for which the contractor is claiming payment gy signing the "contractor request for payment" the homeowner is verifying that to the best of their understanding, each of the noted repair items has been completed according to the wribten specifications. If the homeowner is not satis8ed with a particular item of repair that is beiag presentod for payment the homaowner may delete this item(s) untll such nepair is rectified. However, if the homeowner refuses to s{gn, and the repair is done according to spec;fications, the homeowner may be responsble for payment to the contractor far time 1pst. Any such conflicts must be solved by the Contract Adminishator according to the specifications. TDHCA- Home Investrnent Partnerships Program Page 2 of 23 Appendix A-03 -T'MC Standerds Revised 01/01/2004 1- 237 H. Except for reconstruction or other required intemuptions, tho homoowner must provide all exisang utilities for use by the contractor (as thcy relate to the construction) and must be responsible for continuons maintenance and payment of existing utilities. 1.8. In order W mett TDHCA Standards, contractors are responsible for, and must meet minimum requiremtnts as follows: A. Ail contractocs must cazry and providc groof of a current general liability policy of at kast onc hundred thousaed dollars (5100,000).. This policy should cover all work done under the HOME pmgram and be pra-paid through the period of the contract. No geographic, time or other limitation that excludes the NOME program will be acceptable. B. All contracWrs must be verifiod by T"DHCA as not being debarred by the Fedecal Governmtnt. Any contractor who is current(y debarred will not be eligible for payment and should not becomc party to a HOME Program funded project. C. Whenever possible, Contract Administrators will give opportunities W Historioally Underutilized Businesses (HUBS) and will malce an affirniative effort to eneourage bids from such contcactors. D. Whenever possible, opportunities must be given to locally owned busit►esses and low-income residents of a given area. This must be establishal in a"Local Oppodunity (Scction 3) Pla4." E. In addition to these requirements, a Contract AdministraWr tnay eatablish his/her own fair and evenly applied criteria for contractor selection. T6ese may inelude but are not limited to; l. Workers compensation inswance; 2. Verification of quality of work references; 3. Verification of credit referenees, and; 4. Verification of established line of credit 1.9 An approved contractor list may bc created but must be accessible to all spplicants who mcet the fair and reasonable criteria pre-established by the Contract Administrator. Such criteria should be published as an element of the Program Policy and Procedures and must be made available in writing upon demand by interested parties. It is recommended that the published criterie, along with an advertisement to bid, be posted in a public place. Any advertisement to bid shouid allow reasonable time for an interested party to meet the criteria nquired by the Contract AdministraWr. 1. 3 0 Contcactors will be selccted through an itemiud bid process. A sealed bid is the prefured method for selecang bids. If the modified bid process is beiaQ fopowed, the homeowner may sdxt any bid that is within I S% of the coat estirnate. Howover, the low bid is always preferred and the homoowner should state their preference for a higher bidder in writing. If the homoowner has defemed contractor selectios to the Contract Administmbnr the lowest and best bid will be selected. 1.11 Contractors will adherc to tho terms of the rehabilitation contact including these performance standards and the gentral specifications. Whenever the need for clarifieation irsults in a change, such issues will result in a written chaage order prior to any work being completed. No work will be approved except that which is established in the contract and in wriuen approved change orders. Any unforesxn or hidden condition should be reported to the Conhact Administrator immediately. Any item that conflicts with these standards sttould be reported immediately by the contcactor. 1.12 Whenever possible the contractor will tnake an effoR to minimize tho impact of the consWction on the TDHCM Hame Inveatrnent Partnetships Program Page 3 of 23 Appendix A-03 -'TMC Standards Rcvised 01/01/2004 l, ` 238 homeowner. Work must be carried out swiftly and directly. Electric, water, sewer aad gas sayice will not be intenuptcd for mor+e than twelve (12) hours without written appraval by the homeowner. Heat will be provided at all timcs during winter months. Doors, windovvs and any other largc openings or air teaks will be repaired on the same day. The work area must be secured at all times. 1.13 The work area must be left clean and frce from clutter at the end of each day and the contractor and not the 6omeowner will be responsible for scorage of materials and tools. 1.14 Prior to the commencement of construction the homeowner will artatige to move and store any valuable personal property that might be damaged during the course of construct;on. If property is damaged through negligence of the contractor, ariangements will be made by the conhactor to reimburse the homeowner, 1.15 T'he contraetor must use the site and its facilities only for speeified construction. The electrical, water, sewer and gas systems must be used only for construction purposes and during the construcdon phase only. 1.16 Any discrepancy in the contract documents raust be bmught to the attention of the Contraet Adrninistrator immediately. 1.17 Failure of contractors to mcet TDHCA critoria can result in; A. Conhactors not being eligble for payment, and B. Contractor should not become party to any HOME Program fund+ed project. 1.18 The coatracting sequence for housing rehabilitation projects must be; Invitation to Bid, Bid Opening, and Contract Award. A. Within ten (14) days of notificaNon of the contract award, the sucassful bidder must provide the Coatract Administrator with; B. A list of sub-contracWrs, and C. Certificates of insuranco from the issuing company thet must show current coverage in the atnount stipulated in the contract documents and with a tbirty (30) day notice of cancellation of insurance to the Contract Adrninistrator for; general liability with completed operational coveiage, velvcle liability, and statutory workman's compensation (as required). 1.19 Within ten (10) days of receiving the issuance of the Notice to Procoed, the contractor must begin work. 1.20 The number of work days must be set out in the contract. Upon completion of the work acceptance by the Contract Administrator and homeowner, the Certificau of Final Inspcction is issued and the Warranty Period begins. 1.21 Thirty (30) days after the C,ertificato of Final Inspection date, the statutory amount retained is released to the contractor, cxcepcing in cases where it is detemiined that the retsined should not be released, 1.22 It is recommended that payments are made when the projects reaches 400/o, 70%, and 100% compledon and at 30 days after Certificate of Final Inspection is issued. 1.23 All requests for payments will be made in writing by the contractor to the Contract Administrator and will include a tist of items, their costs, and a sum of the item costs. 1,24 The work to be paid should be besed solely on completod itcm9 from the schedule of values submitted by the contractor prior to conshvcdoa or the Itemizetion of Bid Form if no schedule submitted. TDNCA- Home Investrnent partnpships pt.ogram Page 4 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Stendards Rcviaed Ol /O1/2004 1.25 The Contract Admmistrator wiU inspect such work as soon as possible (ususlly within one business day) from receipt of such request. 1.26 The Contract AdministcaWr will provide a completed Contractor Request for Paymant form to the conhactor. The contractor must sign for the work for wFvch payment is authorized and t6en request the homeoamer to exccutc the Contractor Request for Payment form. Payments will bc made thereafter. 1.27 All materials used must be new (untess otherwise speciSed in the Project Manual) and of a good quality. All work must be done with skilled craftsmen and aceomplished with care. Contractor must provide samples to the homeowner for seloction for all materials as cited in the individual specificarions and provide reasonable timc to the homeowner to make selections. Contractor must submit a letter to the Contract Administrator, signed by the homeowner, stating that the homeowner approves of colois and yuality of items such as, but not limited to; paint, flooring materials, brick, shingles, vinyl siding, door/window/drawer hardware, and counter tops. 1.28 Upon completion of conswction, the contractor wiil; A. Remove all construction debris from the site; B. Clean and mop all resilient floors; C. Clean all new and existing paint from other 5nished surfaces including window glass and mirrors; D. Leave all newly installed items in operating condition; E. Light gas water heaur pilots, stove/oven pilots and gas 6eater pilots; F. Start all other electrical and mechanical systems; G. Put all hardware in operating condition; H. Deliver new keys to homeowners as hardwart is installed. 1.29 Discovery of defective elements made known to the coetractor before or dwing the conswction process must be brought to the immcdiatc attention of the Contract Administrator in writing. When repaiis are made, tF►e repairs must reasonably match the surrounding materials in original design and dimension as approved by the Contract Administrator. 1.30 Where additional work is necessary to maice repaire or to correct unforeseen dangeroua conditions, the wntractor must submit to the ContraR:t Adminiatrator a proposal consisting of what type of work ie needed, the cost of such work, and the time nxessary for such work to bc completed. Unless it is detecmined there exists an immodiate health and safety danger, NO WORK MUST BE A[TTHORIZED until agreed upon in writing by the homeowner, contractor, aad Conhact Administrator. 1.31. Compensation for additional wocic will be aegotiated in the following manner, A. The deletion of work proposed, but not started; or if that is not possible; B. An increase to the dollar amount of the contract (if funds are available). 1.32 No other work must be doae to the project other than the work agraed upon in writing by the homeawner, Contract Administrator and contractor or as necessary to remove immediate health and safety dangers during the construction phase. TDHCA- Home Invesdnent Partncrships Program Page 5 af 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Standards Revised 01l01/2004 ` 240 1.33 Coattactor will be responsible to deterniine utiliry needs, to provide adequate sanitary fac;lity(s) and to safely opcrate equipment on site, 2.0 Site. 2.1 Minimum Site Standards A. The lot or defined site must be fi+ee of debris, garbage or other accumulations of site stored items that create possibilities of infestations. The site should be general(y Level, well drained, and accessiblo. 2.2 Hazardous and Substandar+d Conditions A. Hazardous and substandard conditions must include any condition that ttu+eatens the health and or safety of the occupants. Substandard conditions include any condition that throatens, defeats or wi111ead to the lack of functional viabiliry of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be limited to: 1. Accumulatzd debris, waste, or garbage either in enclosed areas such as storage buildings orin yard areas; 2• Deteriorated and/or imeparable outbuildings, sheds, wells, privies, or other shuctuces that sie no longer in use or are made unusable by their condition; 3. Hoies, ditches, cxposed meter boxes or other condidons that create a tripping hazard, excluding drainage ditches that are part of a desigaed disinage system; 4. Rodents, insocts, or other infestations; 5. Standing water or depressions that hold water during wet weather, ltaking water supplY, percoladng or leaicing sewage; 6. Exposed pipes, railings or other installations creating tripping hazards; 7. Damaged, missing or deteriorated wallcways, steps and decks that create trippin8 hazards or are otherwise unsafe; 8. Stairways or steps with two steps or more and without s functional rail. 3.0 Ancillary Imprnvemenb 3.1 Minimum Ancillary Irnprovemenfs Standards A. All walkways and decks should be continuous and usable, free from tripping hazards or othor defects. B. Walkways that includc two or more steps or decks more than 30" high shoWd include raiting. 3.2 Haaardous and Substandard Conditions A. Must include any condition that tlutatens the health and or safety of the occupants. Substapdard conditions iaclude any condition that tlutatens, defeats or will lead to the lack of funcHonal viability of a single feawre of a home. TDHCA- Home Investment Partnerships Program Page 6 of 23 Appendiu A-03 - TMC Standetds Revised 01/01/2004 - 241 B. Tripping hazards in primary walkways or decks caused by upheaval, broken or damaged wood or concrete or other condition crcating a hazard. C. Any condition not mentioned that meets the definition of a hazardous or substandard condidon should be repaired and/or tehebilitated to meet industry standards 4.0 Erierminatlon 4.1 Minunum Extetmination Standarda A. Propcrty should be inspected by a licensed cxterminator and treated as required by written inspection mport. This will bc required of all dwellings unless homeowner can prove application of service within twelve (I2) months of rehabilitation through a written receipt or statement. 4.2 Hazardous and Substatidard Conditions A. Must include any condition that t]matens the health and or safety of the occupants. Substandard conditions inclade any condition that threatens, defeats or will lead to the lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but aot be limitod to: Infestations of pest, wood destroying insects, or vcrmin; 2. Untreated wood having direct ground contact and used for struewral purposrs; 3. Cluttered dcbris or stored materials suitable for rodent or insect habitat B. Any other condition not mentioned that meets We defiaition of a hazardous or substandard condition should be ropeired and/or rehabilitated to meet industry standards. 5.0 Space xnd Uee 5.1 Minimum Space Standards for Ceilings A. Wherever possible, a habitable room in a dweqing or dwelling unit must have a ceiling height of not less tlmn 7'-6". At teast %2 of the floor area of every habitable room locatod above the V floor, must have a ceiling height of 7'-6". The floor area of that part of any room whero the ceiling height is less than 7'-6" must not be considered as part of the floor area in computing the total floor area of the room for the purpose of determining maximum floor area. B. Wbet+e the ceiling height of a habitabie room is less than 7' and it would be cost-proWbitive to raise said ceiling, the requiremcnt may be waived provided the Contract Administrator does so in writing. C. A ceiling height of a minimum of 7', is acceptable in bathrooms, toilet rooms, hallweys, utility rooms, and kitchens. 5.2 Minimum Space Standards for Hallways A. AIl rooms, except kitchens and/or kitchenettes and batha, hallways, storage rooms and porohes must have, a minimum width of T. 5.3 Miaimum Space Standacds for Kitchens A. Atl kitchens must have adequate food storage facilides includiug at least three linear fcet of counter area for food preparation, adequate cabinet space in good repair. TDHCA- Home Investrnent Partnershipa Ptogram Page 7 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Standards Revised 01101/2004 242 B. All kitchtns must 6ave a working re6igerator, cook•top and oven. 5.4 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Must includo any condidon that threatens the health and or safety of the occupants. Substandard conditions include any condition that tlueatens, defests or will lead to the lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These condiNons must include but not be limited to: Lack of adequate food storage, food prepamtion area, refrigeration or cooking facilities. 2. Spaces that are so small as to be unusable or inadequate for their intended purpose. B. Any other condition not mentioned that mcets the dcfinition of a hazardous or substandard condition should be repaired and/or rehabilitated to meet indushy standards. 6.0 Foundationa 6.1 Minimum Foundation Standards A. Pier placements will have alloweble spans between piers or posts for a 4"x4" sil! 5' on center or for a 4"x6" sill 7' on center. B. Ap piets should be designed in accordance with the SBCCI Chapter 18. C. Leveting must be done in such a manner as to be permanent and must be completed before other work begins. D. New posts must be conerete piers or-treated wood posts, of a species that hes a neturel resistance to decay. E. Cedar posts and shims must be treated to prevent rot and deterioration. F. When leveling, grades must be established from existing concrete porehes, fireplaces and chimneys. G. When leveling is complete, doors, windows, and openings must be reasonabiy plumb, level, and fully operational. H. Correct over spans by installing stringers and/or floor joists. Stringers are W be placed on concretc pada and piers. I. All sills must have 12" minimum clearance above the gcound when leveling is to be done unless otherwise specified. All newly instelled foundations ahould be designed in accordance with the SBCCI Chapter 18. K. AU concrete slabs except for foundations (see above) must be poured monoiithically and be a minimum of 4" t6ick. Reinforcing must ba, at a minimum, 6"x6" Number 6 wtlded wire fabric unless otherwise specified. The top of a foundation slab poured on existing grade must be a minimum of 8" above surrounding soil level. L. Skirting must extend 4" below and at least 18" above grade and bo lapped and fastened under siding oe the same horizontal line of the ontire wall or "sidd" of building. TDHCA- Home [nveshmt Partnerships Program Page 8 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Stendatds Revisod O i/01 /2004 243 M. Skirting must have veatilation openings a minimum of 4' from each comer, and no less than every 8'. Vent openings s6ould be covered by louvered screened vents, and should be a minimum of 50 square inches. N. Creep-holc door must be hinged and conatructed of such inscct and decay resistant material to conform with foundation skirt, and must be of adeyuate siu for entrance into crawl space (minimum of lb" x 16"). 6.2 Hazards and Substandard Conditions A. Hazardous conditions must includc any condition that threatens thahealth and or safety of the occupants. Substandard eonditions include any condition that threatens, dofeats or wiil kad to the lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be limited to: 1. Termite or other wood deatroying insect damaga W sm►chual members; 2. Water damage or dry rot to struch►ral members; 3, groken, fire damaged or otherwise compromised beams, joist or sills; 4. Unsupported beams, or sills or joints in same that have no support; inadequate support; 5. Water draining and/or pooling under foundatioa area; 6. In areas that have more than two annual days with umperatures below 30 degrees, a lack of underpinaing, skirting, or other insulating feature to expos$d plumbing. 7. Existing skirting or underpinniag that is cracked, damaged or not propcrly vented. g. Ground eontact of untrceted wooden structare; 9. Severe slab cracks that create or threaten structural or other systems such as plumbing; B. Any other condition not mentioned that meets thc definition of a 6azardous or substandard condition should be repaired and/or rehabilitated to meet industry standatds• 7.0 Floors 7.1 Minimum Floor System Standards A. All sub-floors should be solid and continuous, without liberal movcment or bounce, fine from roc and deurioration. B. All flooreng must be frx from tripping hazards vvith a minimum of sesms spaced at logical locations auch as doorways and matchod to the exisNng floor. C. All flooring must be sealed and/or tight at the edges. 7.2 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Hazardous conditions must include any condition that threatens the health and or safery of the occupants. Substandard conditions include any condition that threatens, defeats or will lead to the lack of functional viability of a single featitre of a home. These conditions must include but not be limitcd to: TDHCA- Home investment Pertnexships Program Page 9 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Standards , Revised 01/01l2004 24'~'t 1. Damaged, rotted or deteriorated sub-floor surfaces; 2. Tom, missing, wom, burned or othenvise damaged floor coverings that create a tripping hazard or unsanitary condition; 3. Missing base board, shoe mold or sealant that creates an unsanitwy condidon; B. Any other condition not mentioned which meets the definition of a hazardous or substandard condition should be repained and/or t+ehabilitated to mcet industry standards, 8.0 wau. 8.1 Minimum Wa11 System Standards A. Exterior wall sudaces should be frce from chipped, cracking or peeling paint. All such loose paint should be completely removed and bare wood suTfaces priraed, qll primed surfaces should be ProPerlY Peinted. B. Exterior aiding should be smooth and 5Ee from gaps, cracks, mt, termite dacnage, holes and other areas of damage. All gaps, seams and laps should be sealed. All rottcd wood, fire damaged or termite damaged wood should be removed end replaced. C. Interior wall surfaces ahould be free from chipped, cracking or pceling paint. All such loose paint should be completely removed and bare wood swfaces primed. All primed surfaces should be properly painted. D. interior watis should be smooth and free from defects. 8.2 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Haza'dous conditions must include any condition that threatens the health and or safety of the occupants. Substandard conditions include any condition that thnabens, defc,ets or will lead to the Iack of feinccionai viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be tiraitad to: Termite or other wood destroying inseot damage to siding, trim and/or structural members; 2• Water damage or dry rot of siding, trim and/or eWcriual members; 3. Broken, fire damaged or otherwise compromised siding, trim and/or structural members; 4. Water incursion through wall structure resulting in drywap damage; 5. Holes, cracks or gaps in interior or extcrior wal( strucau+es; 6. Exposed nails, poppcd seams or other dtfects not represerrtative of norn►al wear and tear; 7. Cracked, peeling, or chipped paint Expoecd uapaintcd or untreated wood, drywall or other wall surface; B. Any other condition not mentionod which mcets the definition of a hazardous or substandard condition shoWd be repaired and/or rehabilitated to mat industry standards. TDHCA- Home Invcstrnent Partrierships Pmgram Page 10 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Standards Revisod 01/01/2004 ~4. 05) 9.0 9.1 9.2 Roofs Minimwn Roof Systems Standards A. Roof surfaces shoutd be smooth and froe from defects. No indication of excessive wear or potontial failure will be acceptable. B. No more than two complete layere of roofing materials will be acceptable. C. A second Isyer of shingles may be applied assuming no damage to decking, flashings, jacks or leads has occurrod necessitating rcmoval and replaccment of roofiag materials. Additionally, if decking materials are not solid (i.e. open s6eathing) tear off and decking will be necessary. D, Roofing maurials should be applied in accordance with the manufacwrer's instructions as well as 5BBCI and any other local codes. E. New applications on roofs between 4:12 and 20:12 pitcti must include at a tninunum, the application of 151b. felt,l5 yr. asptuslt composition stungles, with'/," hot dipped roofing nails and trimmed with galvanized drip edge. Other roofing types such as built up, modified, metal roofing and any other rype must be installed according to the manufacturer's instivction and the SBBCI. F. All rotted or damaged wood decking must be removed and replaced. Where it is exposed it should be primed and painted. G. All replaced decking must be of a rype that is compadblc with the existing decking thus making the roof sub-surface smooth and free firom defecta. Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Hazardous conditions must include any condition that threatens the health and or safety of the occupants. Substandard conditions include any condition that threatens, defeats or will load to the lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be limited W: 1. Water damage caused by water leaking through the roofing materials; 2. Missing, wom or upturned shingles, or other visible wear on the exterior of the roof envelope; 3. Damaged or rusting roof jacks, leads, flashings, drip edgts, or otlw component; 4. Structural damage ovidenced by buck(ing, sagging, or broken members; 5. Do-lamination of maurials, upliRed edges, or other failure of materials or application; 6. Any condition, including normal weac which, in the best judgment of the inspector, would' lead to the failure of the roof envelope within five yeacs; B. Any other condition not mentioned which meets the definition of a hazardous or substandard condiNon should be repaired and/or rehabilitated to meet industry standards. 10.0 Wfndowe and Doors 10.1. Minimum Window and Door Standards TDHCA- Home Investrnent Partnerships Program 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Standards 246 Pagc 1 l of Revised 01101/2004 A. Every front, rear, side, and bastment or cellar door/hatchway, must be not less than 2'-4" in width and not less than 6'-6" in height, except where larger doors and doorways are r+equired to accommodate accessibility. In exiating sttuctures, if replacement to meet these requinments would be impossiblc or cost-prolubitive, said requirements may be waived, in writing, by the local rehabilitation depaclment and/or building inspection departrnent B. Every window, exterior door and basement or celtar hatchway must be substantially tigfit and rodent-proof, and be kept in a state of maintenance and repair. C. All exurior doors to the outside or W a common public hall must be solid core and be equipped with adoquate security locks including at least one deadbolbdoor. All windows accessible from ground level without the aid of inechanical devices must have a security dovice/lock. D. Every window sash rnust be; Fulfy equipped with glass window panes which are without cracks or holes, and sll paaes must be secured with an adoquate amount of putty. Pntty must not be cracked, broken or missing; Every window sash must be in good condidon and must fit tightly, within its frame; 3. Every window, other than a fixed window, must be capable of bcing easily openetl, shut and locked and must be held in position by window hardware, not broom handles, sticks, or other such items; E. Every exterior and interior door, when closed, must fit well within its frame. F. Every exterior and interior door, door hinge, and door latch and/or lock must be maintained in good working condidon; G. Every window, door and frame must be constructed and maintained in such relation to the adjacent wall conswction, so as to exclude rain as completely as possible and to subsequently exclude wind firom entering the dwelling or stmcture, i.e., it -must have adequate weather- stripping. H. Every basement or cellar hatchway must be constructed and maintained as to prcvent the entrance of rodents, snakes, rain and surface drainage water into the dwolling or structure. I. Every habiteble room must have at least one opecable and lockable window. The minimum wtal windaw area, measured between stops, for every habitable room and must be as follows: 1/12 of tlie floor area if 2 or more sepacate windows exist, or; A minimum of 10 square fcet of window area is required in hebitable rooms other than kitchens; A kitchen aad or bathroom may pass without a window area, providcd, thero is a mechanical meens of vendlation which is maintained in working onder. The total window area that can be opened in every habitable room, must be equal to at least SO% of che minimum window area size. The window shoald be a viable means of egress and therefore accessible and adcquaoely sized W provide this function. K. Bvery habitable room must have at least one window or skylight which can easily be opened, or other such device as will adequately ventilate the room. T'DHCA- Homc lnvesUnent Partneaships Program Pagc 12 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Standards Revised 01/0112004 ~ 247 L. Every bathr+oom, toilet mom, kitchen, and other similar room, must have a window artia of not less than 4 square feet. No window must be c+equimd in adequately ventilated bathrooms, toilet rooms or kitchens equipped with a ventilation syatem which will completely c1anEe the air evaty 7 minutes and which is kept in continuous operation when occupied. M. Every window or other opening to outdoor space which is used or iMended to be usod for venrilation, must likcwise be supplied with screens covering all of the window areas requirod for ventilation. The maurial used for all such screens (doors dt windows) must be not less than 16 mesh per inch and must be properly installed, maintaiaed and re{saired to prevent the entrsnce of flies, mosquitocs or other insects. Half screens on windows may be allowod, provided, they are propetty installed and at+e bug and insect tight. N. All exterior doors to the outside or to e common public hall must be solid core and be equipped with adequate securiry locks including at least one deadbolddoor. All windows aceessble from ground level without the aid of inechanical devices must have a security device/lock. 10.2 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Hazardous conditions must include any condition that threatens the health and or safety of the occupants. SUbstandard eonditions include any condition that ttmtens, defeats or will lead to the lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be limited to: Broken, tnissing or cracked panes; 2. Rouen or deteriorated sills, fcames or Vim; 3. Dried, crackod or missing putty or gasket. Any missing seal or sealant resulting in loose panes or air lesks; 4. Sealed or blocked windows including windows which have been painted shut, windows which are not operationai or windows which will not function as a viable fire exit such as windows with burglar bars which cannot be opened readily fmm the insido; 5. Windows that do not lock or locks that do not function with ease; 6. Any door that is broken, detcriorated, or otherwise damaged so that it does not provide a sealed entry. Any doors which does not shut neatly in ordor to provide a seal with the passago sei or lock set fitting neatly within the strilce plato; 7. Any exterior door which is not solid core, sealed or painted, and which does not have a functioning lockabk dead-bolt; 8. Rotted, deteriorated, or broken thresholds, jambs, frames, trim or other functioning or passive pieces to the door eystem wanant replacoment; 9. For new construction inoluding reconstruction, windows and/or doors that fail to meet the rEquirements of the model energy code. 10. For new consmwtion including reconshuction, dools and thresholds that fail to meet the requirements of no-sbep entry established in SB 623. B. Any other condition not mee►aoned which mats the dcfinition of a hazardous or substandard condition should be repaired sadfor rehabilitated to meet industry stsndards. TDHCA- Home Investrnent Pattrnerships Program Page 13 of 23 Appendix A-03 TMC Standards ~ 248 Revised 01l012004 11.0 Weatherludon 11.1 Minimum Weatherization Standards A. All holcs, open seams, or other incursions that result in air leaks will be properly sealed, B. All windows should be propcrly sealed with elastic putty or gaskd matcrial provided to create a right seal. C. Ali exterior doors should fit "nickel tight" without the application of weather strippieg. Weather stripping should thee be applied to create a tight seal when the door is closed. D. All outlets, switches and fixtures that are instalied on exterior walls will be insulabed. E. AIl exposed plumbing must be fiveze protected or insulated w a minimum R-value of 3.5. F. All attic spaces must be insulated to a minimum of R-30. G. Whenever possible, and in new construction wall insulation must be R-13. H. For new construction including reconstruction, homes must meet the Model Energy Code. MECheck 3.0 documentation should be provided 11.2 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Hazardous conditions must include any condition that ttuzatens thc health and or safety of the occupants. Substandard conditions include any condition that threatens, defeats or will lead to the lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be limited W: 1. Air incursion from open holes or seams in exterior walis, windows or doors; 2. Open scams in window casements, doors casements or other installations that create air leaks rosuldng in heat loss or gain; 3. Missing caulk or putty in windows; 4. Missing weather stripping or other seal at exterior doors; 5. Air leaks from un-insulated outleta, switches or fixtures exposai to exterior walls; G• Exposed plumbing systems that present freeze hazards ot hest loss W hot water pipes; Grossly inefficient heating, cooling or ventilation systems; 8. Inadequate insulation in ceiling; 9. For new conswction including roconsuuction, homas that fail to meet the Model Energy Code. MECheck 3.0 documentation should be provided. B. Any other condition not mentioned which mats thc definition of a 6azardous or substandard condition should be repaired andlor rehabilitated to mat industry standards. 12.0 Eisetrical TDHCA- Home invesdnent Partnerships Program 23 Appcndix A-03 - TMC Standards 1- \ 249 Page (4 of Revised 01/01/2004 12.1 Minimum Electrical Standards A. Thc minimum electrical servicz for each dwelling aad/or dwelling unit must be 100 amps, or as adjusted and approved, in writing, by the electzical inspector of the ciry in the absenee of a city electrical inspcctor, the rohabilitation technician for the city/state, may make a detecmination that a lower service is adequate, provided that such detemination is in writin8 vvith the basis for such determination included. Furthermore, lesser service should be approved by the service provider. B. Service should be of a three wire tYpe, witt► service entr7' on an approved weatherhead at least 12 feet from grade and not to extend beyond 2 fcet unsupporced. C. All exposed wiring, service lines and fexders must be protected and properly ahielded in approved conduit. D. Every habitable room within such dwelling must contain, at a minimum, 2 separate and remote wall type electric eonveniarce oudecs. Habitabic rooms over 120 square fcet, must contain, at a minimum, 3 separate and remote wall type etectric convenience oudets. All aewly installed outlets must be of the grounded type. Tompocary wirin8, extonston or zip cords must not used as permanent wiring. E. Every habitable room must have at least one ceiling or wall type electric ligM fixture, controlled by a wall switch, or a wall type grounded oleetric convenience oudet controlled by a remote switch. F. Every toilet room, bathroom, laundry, furnaee room, and ha1lWgY (hallweY Where applicable) must contain at least 1 supplied ceiling or wall type electric light fixture, controlled by a wall switch. G. Wherever a service outlet is installed within six feet of a standing or running water souroe measurable to the shortest possible distance, (i.e. the top of tubs or lavatories) a funetioning GFCI type oudet will be installed. H. Every kitchen must be wired to meet the requirements of the N.E.C., basai on the siu and layout of each individual kitchen. 1. All hoavy duty appliances, i.e., window air cflnditioners, frazers> electric stoves, washers, electric dryers, microwaves, ete., must be supplied with its own proper outlets on separate circuits, as applicable. J. Receptacle convenience outlets installed in or on open porches, breezewaYs, 8am8es, utility rooms, etc., must be of the GFI type. K. All wall and/or ceiling type lighting fixhum must be comrolled by a wall switch. L. All electric lighting fixum installed on the exterior, must be of the type approved for exterior use. M. AII broken and/or missing switch plates aud/or receptacle plates must be tePlaced N. All outlets and fiixturos must be properly installod, must be mau►teined in working condibon, and must be coanected to tl►e source of electric power in a proper manner and must be in accordance with the electrical code of the city and/or the N.E.C., es applieable. 0. All work done must be inspacted and approved by the electrical inspector of the city, or by a person who is Irnowledgeable in electrical requirements and installations, and is approved by the ciry/countylstate. 12.2 fiazatdous aad Substandard Conditions Page 15 of TDHCA- Home Investnnent PartnershiPs Progam 23 Revised Ol/01/2004 Appandix A-03 - TMC Stenderds 250 _ A. HaTarrdous conditions must include any condition that threatens the health and or safety of the occupants. Substandard conditions include any condition that threatens, defeats or will lead to the lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be limited to: 1. Equipment or wiring which is missing, broken, disconnected, loosely connected, bumt, ut►supported, corroded, cracked, spGt, bas evidence of overheating, physical damage, or misuse; 2. Device or equipment is dirty, full of debris, iafested etc.; 3. Frayed wiring is present; 4. Uoshieided, knob and tube wiring is present; 5. Cirauit bresicer, switeh, teceptacle, fixed equipment, wiring or cable is not compatible with the p6ase, voltage, amperage, or othcr characteristics of the electricity in use; 6. Intermittent operaation of fixed equipment, switches, outlets or other dtviees; 7. Fiexible cord is used as a permanent wirittg tnethod; 8. Interior wiring is surface mounted and not conduiL This excludts crawl spaces and other allowablo installations where access to wiring is limited; 9. Exterior wiring which is exposed W damp conditions, sunlight or potential damage is not conduit; 10. Bathroom receptacle, kitchen recepfacle Iocated within six feet of a water source garage receptacle or other outdoor receptacle are not protected by a ground fault intemipting device; 11. Polarity is rev$rsed in connections or receptacles; 12. Branch circuits, feeders lines, cable size, device rating, circuit breakers, sub-panels or service panels are inadequsu for the load as calculated by the cwrent NEC standard Section 110-14. CABO sections 4100-4500 or the SBCCI sections; 13. Unlebeled circuit breakera; 14. Gircuits that have been expanded past their original dosign limits; B. Any other condition not mentioned which meets the defini6on of a hazardous or substandard condition should be mpaired and/or rehabilitated to meet industry standands. 13.0 I.ighting 13.1 Minimum Lighting Systems 3tandaMs A. At least one overhead or other switch operated lighting must be instaUod in each interior room. B. At least one Gght must be installed at each exterior door operated by an interior switch thai is within reech of the door. TDHCA- Home Invtsttmt Partnerehips Program Page 16 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Standards Revisai 01/41/2004 ' 251 13.2 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Hazardous conditions must include any condition that threateos the health and or safcty of the occupsnts. Substandard conditions include any condition that threatens, defeats or will lead tn the lack of functional viability of a singlc feature of a home. These conditions rnust include but not be limited to: Missing or dysfunctiona] overhead or other switch operated lighring in each interior room; Missing or dysfunctional lighting ai each exterior.door opemted by an interior switch thak is witt►in reach of tho door; B. Any other condition not mentivned which mcets the defuudoa of a hazardous or substandard condition should be cepaired and/or rehabilitated to meet indushy standards. 14.0 Water Sapply and Wastewater Systems 14.1 Minimum Water Supply and Wastewater Systems Staadards A. Every dwelling unlt must be connected W a sanitary water supply and functioning sanitary waste/water disposal system. B. Every dwelling unit must contain a room which is equipped with a functioning toilet and a properly installed lavawry. Said lavatory must be properly connecttd to both hot and cold running water, under pressure, and must bc properly maintained in working oMer. Faucets shoufd be fitic from leaks or drips and should shut off completely C. Every dwelling unit must contain a bathtub and/or shower. Bathtub and/or showor may be in the same room as the f lush water closet and lavatory, or said bathtub end/or shower may be in a scparate room. Thcsc facilities must be pmperly connected to both hot and cold running water lines, under pressure, and must be maintaincd in working order. Faucets should be free from leaks or drips and should shut off completcly. D. Toilets and bathrooms must have doors with a privaey type loek and such doors, lock and hardware must be operable and maintained in worlcing order. E. Every dwelling must have supplied wattr-heating facilities which sre properly installed; are maintainod in working condirion and free of leaks; are properly connected to sny required hot water lines; aad, at+e capable of hoating wster to be drawn for every bath as well as gentral usage F. Hot waur storage associated with water heating facilities must be not less than 30 gallons for a single family dwelling. All water heaters must be properly ventaf and aealed and must be equippod with a pressure relief valve and drip log. G. &very kitchen sink, toilet, lavatory basin and bathtub/shower, must be tnaintained in worldng condition and be properly connected to an epproved weter and sewer or septic system. H. Potable water supply piping, water discharge oudets, back-flow preventron devices or similar equipment muet be in serviceable condition free from deterioiation, corrosion and blockage and must not be so located as to make possible their submergence in any contaminated or polluted liquid or substance. 1. The following shut off valves will be installed: TDHCA- Homc Invesdnent PaRnerships Program 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Standards Pagc 17 of Revised 01/01/2004 ` ` 1. One owner's shut off at the meter or supply source, 2. One shut off at each toilet, 3. One shut off each for hot and cold water at each sink/lavatory. 4• One supply side ehut off at oach water heater. 5. At least one exterior faucet must be installed and all faucets must be freeze protected. 14.2 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Hazardous conditions must include any condition that threatens the health and or safety of the occupants. Subatandard condiNons include any condition dat t}ur,atens, defeats or will lead to the lack of functional viability of a single featur+e of a home. Theae condidons must include but not be limited to: 1. Lack of a continuos sanitary water supply. Wt►ere ground wells are used, this source should be approved for drinking or a secondary sow,ce of drinking water s6ould be available; Lack of a continuously funetioning sanitary watte water disposal sysbem; 3. Missing, dysfunctional or non-existent sanitary fecilities including a functioning toilet in a separate room designed for such purposes. The lack of at least one sink and or lavatory for hygiene and at leest one sink for kitchen purposes each providing a continuous flow of both hot and cold water. The lack of at least one funcdonal bathing facility; 4. Deteriorated, rotted, broken or otherwise wom water supply or waste water pipes; 5. Evident leaks tither continuos or intemnittent of either waste water or water supply lines. This includes evidence of pooling underground of water mains, sewer feeds or septic drain fields; 6. Missing or blocked vent pipes; 7. Missing or dysfunctional shut off velves one of which should be located at the following locations: a. One shut off at the meter or supply sounce, b. One shut offat each toilet, c. One shut off each for hot and cold water at each sinkJlavatory, d. One supply sido shut off at each water heater. 8. The lack of fully functioning faucets at each sink/lavatory, bathtub/shower, at and at least one exterior hose bib B. Any other condition not mentioned which meets the definition of a hazardous or substandard condidon should be repaircd andJor nhabilitated to mxt induatry standards. 15.0 Mechanical Syretema TDHCA- Home Investrnmt Paztnerships Program Page 18 of 23 Apprndix A-03 - TMC Standards Rcvieod 0 1l01 l2004 253 15.1 Minimutn Mechanical Systems Standatds A. Each dwelling and/or dwelling unit must be supplied with its own beatiag system• g. All heating facilities must be propecly installod, bo maintained in working condition aad be capable of adequately heating all habitable rooms, bathroams, and toilet rooms contained therein, or intended for use by the occupants thereof, to a temperaturo of at least 70 dagas F. (21 -degcees C. ) at a distancc 3 feet above the floor when the outside tempetsture is at or below rninus 10 degt+ces F. C. Ambient heat must be supplied from an.adequate heat source in an adjoining room or hallway; D. Every supplied central heating system must comply with all of the following requirements: E. The central heatiag ut►it must be safe and in good working condition. F. Every heat duct, steam pipe, and hot water pipe muat be free of leaks and must function so that an adequate smount of heat is detivered where intanded; G. Every seal between anY of the sections of a hot air furnace must be air-tight so noxious gases and fumes will not escape into the heat ducts; liner must be installed• The liner must meet or exceod the requirements of the (ocal buildinp,lheating code and must be installed according W same• Where there are no local buiiding/headng codos, equipmont and installation must be inspected and approved by a person qualified in this area as designated by the city/county/state H. Whencver an existing structure has as its sow+ce of central heat the old ocWpus rype conversion fumace, the unit must be inspectod by a qualified furnace inspector to determine if the unit is still safe, free from carbon-monoxidc leakage and capable of supplying heat as reQuired above. I. Every supplied space hester must comply with all of the following requiroments: 1. No space heater burning solid, Liquid, or gaseous fuels must be of a poctable type; K. Every space heater burning solid, liyuid, or gascous fuels must be properly vented to a ohimney or duct leading to outdoor space and must be so installed as to provide proper draft (except when a functioning ODS system and a CO testing device is installcd). L Every fuel burning space heater mnst have a fire-resistant panel between it and the floor or floor coveriag; whenever a space heater is locatad within 2 feet of a wall, said wall must be protectod with insulation aufficient to prevent overheating of the wall. M. Every space heater smoke pipe must be oi a~ ub~le flsmmabl~ material! with approved type thimbles or guards, PropeT Y whece the pipe goes thrnugh any wall, ceiling, or partition the pipe muat bc surrounded by a protective collar or escutcheon. N. Whenever feasible, un-vented free standin8 sPace heaters ghould bc removed and replaced with vented types. In rare situations, whtn vented rype units are not feasble, un-vented ODS equipped units may be installed if appmved by the City, County and State. In cases when ODS oquipped heaw are used a Carbon Moaoxide testiag device will be permatietulY installed. p. All Texas, "T" walves should be replaced with approved shut off vaives. Page 19 of TDHCA- Home Inveshnent Parhnerships Program 23 Revised O1/01/2004 qppendix A-03 - TMC Stendards ~ 254 P. All mechenical work must be inspected and approved by the city's local mechanicaUfieating inspector and/or the building inspecpon depsrtment or by a person knowledgeable in mechanicaUheating systeros and installadons that is approved by the City/County/State. 15.2 HaTardous and Substandard Conditions A. Harardous oonditions must include sny condition thnt threatens the health and or safety of the occupants. Substaadard conditiona include any condition that threatens, defeate or wili lead to the lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be limited to: I. The lack of a steady and dependable source of heat which will supply heat w all living areas either directly or indirectly and be able to maintain this heat at ]east 70 degrees. F. in all conditions; 2. Open flarne gas or propane heaters which exhaust fumes to the interior of the living area and are not equippod with an Oxygen Depletion System (ODS). If an open flame type heater equipped witb ODS is used a carbon monoxide datector must be installed; 3- L,ealcing, damaged or inadequate heat exchange units or venting systems which create the danger of CO build up; 4. Leaking, corroded or damaged gas supply lines; 5. Texas-T type shut valves; 6. T6e lack of a functioning supply shut off valve for each gas or propane device; 7. The lack of a functional pilot or electric start for each gas or propane device; 8. Ambient heat which is not supplied from aa adjoining room; 9. Free standing electric heaters used for sole source of beat 16.0 Water Aeaters 16.1 Minirnum Water Heater Standards A. All water heaters will have at least thirty gallons storage capacity. Will be able to eupply a continuous flow of hot water of at least 102 degrees F, and will be prnperly installed with both gas and or electric shut-off valvts as well as cold water supply shut-off valves. B. Each unit should be equipped with a functioning prossure r+elease valve (TPL) which must rolease presaure at 150 P.S.I. and/or 210 degrees F. Water released mast be exhausted to the exterior of the building. C. Each water heater must be enclosed (except whcre otherwise permitted by the SBCCI) in e sealed closet designed for this purpose with combustion air drawn from outside the living area. Any gas water heater installed in garage sreas will be lceated at least 18" above the floor in order W prevent combustion of fuel vapors. 16.2 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions A. Hazardous eondirions must include any condition that threatens the health and or safery of the TDHCA- Hmnc lnvestrnent PmAnerships Program Pago 20 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Stendards 255 Revised 01/012004 occupants. Substandard conditions include any condition that threatens, defeats or wiil lead to the lack of functional viability of a single featut+e of a home. These conditions must includc but not be limited to: 1. Gas water heaters are prohibited in bathrooms, slceping rooms, and closets; 2. Misaing gas shut off valve; 3. Missing water suppEY shut off valve; 4. Combustion air taken from living area except when adequate air exchange meets SBCCI standards; 5. Missing or dysfunctional TPL valve. TPL drain should flow ai an angle not exceeding horizontal and exhawt flow to exterior of building; fi. Inadequate exhaust pipe, combustion exhaust should be double walled and skirted at all pepCtrBt]oI15; 7. St0n$C fdnlcS lCSS ihAO d11TLy $BllOAS; g. gtorage tanlcs that have calcified; 9. Pipes, nipplos or tanks elements that arc nusted or corroded. B, Any other condition not mcntiontd that mcets thc dcfinition.of a hazardous or substandard condition should be repaired andlor rehabilitated to meet industry standards. 17.0 Mannfactared Housing 17.1 Minimum Manufactwai Housing Standards A. Construction standards for new manufactund housing w►its are set by the National Manufactured Housing Consltucdon and Safoty Standards act of 1974, the Texas Manufactured Housing Standsrds Act (Article 5221F) and HUD Code Standards 3280 and 3282. B. All manufactured housing must be installed on a pennanent foundation. C. All maaufactured homes will be tied down through the installation of approved tie dowas edequate t0 n1CCt Bt81C iCqltltemCntS. D. All road transport accessories such as wheels, irucks and hitching devices must be removed in order to make instellation permanent. 17.2 Hazardous end Substandard Condirions A. Hazardous conditions must include any condition that threatens the health and or safety of thc occupants. Substandard cflnditions include any condition that threatens, deffeats or wili lesd to thc lack of functional viability of a single feature of a home. These conditions must include but not be limitod to: 1 p manufactured home that is not permanenUy situated on a permacent fowWation; Z, p manufactwed home that is not adequatelY tiod down or affixod by an appcoved tie down system; Page 21 of TDHCA- Home Invesanait Partnerships ProSran► 23 Revieed 01/01/2004 Appendix A-03 - TMC Stsndards 256 3. A manufacdued home thet has not had its whcels, truck and hitc6 removed; B. Any other condition not mendoned that meets the definition of a hazardous or substandard condition should be repaired and/or rehabilitated to meet industry standards. 17.0 Acceedbility 17.1 Minimum Standards - Accessibility A. All newly consnucted housing including reeonstruetion must include the following accessible featurrs: B. Ac least one no step entry located so that entry can be acce.ssed from the sidewalk or driveway, This entry must have a 3'0" exterior door. C. Each interior door should have minirnum doorway clearance of 32". This requires at least a 34" wide door. D. Each hallway width should be at least 36" wide and should be level with rampecl or beveled changes at each doorway. E. Environmental controls, switches and electrical outlets no lower than 15" and no higher than 48". F. Reinforcement of bathroom walls to facilitate the future installation of support rai(ings at the bath and toilet G. Doors pulls aAd faucet handJes should be of a lever type operable with a closed fist. 17.2 Minimum Specifications - Aecessibility (Reserved for futune implementation if needed) 17.3 Materials and Methods - Accessibiliry (Reserved for futum implementation if needed) 17.4 Hazardous and Substandard Conditions - Accessibiliry (Reserved for future implementadon) 18•0 Architectursl Barriera 18.1 Minimum Standards - Architxtural Barriers A. For existing housing, anchitechiral barrier removal or accesslble featutes witl be approved, as required, but when installed must meet the following requiroments: B. All newly constructed ramps will have a maximum slope ratio of 12:1. Ramps will have two bandrails and be consttucted of a nan-skid materlaL Wooden ramps will be constructed of matod material. 182 All newly installed bathroom hand rails will be placed to best mext the needs of resident but will be mouated W a reinforced waU surface or placed so as to be permanently affixed to the wall stud. 18.3 Hszardous and Substandard Conditions - Arctutectural Barriers (Reserved for future) 19.0 Lead-Based Paint 19.1 Atl homes conswctcd before Jenuary 1, 1978 will be evaluated for lead-based paint haTards. TDHCA- Home Investment Partnerships Program Page 22 of 23 Appendix A-03-TMC Staoderds Revised 01/0IR004 ~ ~ 257 19.2 Evaluation will be done by a qualified, certified or licensed person as required under the regulations. 19.3 As rcquired under 24 CFR 35, 24 CFR 570.608, 24 CFR 982.401 all lead based hazards will be identified and redacxd through paint stabilization, interim controls or abatement as required. 19.4 Safe work practices wiU be folbwed at all times. 19.5 During lead hazard reduction efforts, the work area will bc sealed and the family will be protected or relocated as reguired by the regulations. 19.6 Final Clearance will be achieved on nll lead hazard reduction activi6es as requirod under the regulations. TDHCA- Home Investrnent Partrnerships Program Page 23 of 23 Appendix A-03 - TMC Stendards Revised 0 1/01/2004 .1 258 1►ccoasibility of Structuroo euilt uador the Programs § 2306.514. CONSTRVCTION REQUIRBMFsNTS FOR SINGLE FAMILY AFFORDABLE HOUSING. (a) If a person is awarded state or federal funde by the department to construct single family affordablE houaing for individuale and families of low and very low income, the affordable housing identified on the peraon's funding application must be constructed so that: (1) at least one entrance door, whether located at the front, side, or back of the building: (A) is on an accessible route served by a ramp or no-step entrance; and (B) has at least a standard 36-inch door; (2) on the first floor of the building: (A) each interior door is at least a atandard 32-inch door, unless the door provides access only to a closet of less than 15 aquare feet in area; (B) each hallway hae a width of at least 36 inches and ia level, with ramped or beveled changes at each door threshold; (C) each bathroom wall is reinforced for potential inetallation of grab bars; (D) each electrical panel or breaker box, light awitch, or thermostat is not higher than 48 inches above the floor; and (E) each electriCal plug or other receptacle is at leaat 15 inches above the floor; and (3) each breaker box is located inside the building on the first floor. (b) A person who builde eingle family affordable housing to which this section applies may obtain a waiver from the department of the requirement described by Subsection (a)(1)(A) if the cost of grading the terrain to meet the requirement is prohibitively expenaive. Added by Acte 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1581, § l, eff. Sept. 1, 1999. 259 PROPOSAL AND BID 1 a. BASE BID; "PLAN - DESIGN #1 - D2S-0 1 S," for each house as follows: Cost per square foot: Total Bid Amount: lb. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No.l: ADD TO THE BASE BID OF "PLAN DESIGN #1," FACE BRICK VENEER, atl exterior walls Cost per squaro foot: Total Bid Amount: 2a. BASE BID: "PLAN - DESIGN #2 - D3S-02S," for each house as follows: Cost per aqusre foot Tota1 Bid Amount: 2b. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No.2: ADD TO THE BASE BID OF "PLAN - DESiGN #2," FACE BRICK VENEER, all exterior walls Cost per square foot: Total Bid Amount 3a. BASE BID: "PLAN - DESIGN #3 - D3S-04H," for each house as follows: Cost per square foot: Toral Bid Amount: 3b. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No.3: ADD TO THE BASE BID OF "PLAN - DESIGN #3," FACE BRICK VENEER, all exterior wells Cost per squace foot; Total Bid Amount: 4. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. 4: CONCRETB WALKWAY. Prnvide a 4" thick by 3' wide concrete walkway where directed by the Project Administrator. Walkway shall have a maximum acea of 60 squane feet and may have up to two changes in direction. Cost per square foot: ADD Bid Amount: 5. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. S: CONCRETE PARKING SLAB. Providc a 4" thick by 12' wide and 15' length minimum concrete parking slab and driveway where directed by the Project Administrator. Actual measurement will vary by home placcment. Cost per square foot: ADD Bid Amount: 6. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. 6: DRNEVJAY 8t APPROACH. Refer to City Requirements when estimating cost Cost per square foot: 7. ALTIItNATE BID ITEM No. 7: LOW-STEP SHOWER UN1T - Install low-stcp shower unit. Bid Amount: 8. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. 8_ CHAIR HEIGHT TOILET Cost Per Each: 9. ALTERNATE BID TI'EM No. 9: GRAS BARS IN BATHROOMS Cost Per Each: 10. ALTERNATE Sm ITEM No.10: FULL GiTTTERS dt DOWNSPOUTS - Downspouts maximum 20' on center Bid Amount: 260 11. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. 11: EROSION CONTROL. Deliver and inscall two palettes of Centipede, St. Augustine, Bermuda or other approved sod grass; install soaker hoses, the equivalent of the oatside dimtnsion of the house. Bid Amowrt: 12. ALTIItNATE BID ITEM No. 12: FILL DIRT -12 YARDS Bid Amount: 13. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No.13: DISHWASHER. Pcvvide a dishwasher and install. Bid Amount: 14. ALTEItNATE BID ITEM No.l4: FANS. Provide and install fans w/light in Living and Bodrooms Cost per Fan: 15. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No. 15: GARAGE - Single Car Attached Garage. (Including an automatic garagt door opecer) Bid Amount: 15b. ALTERNATE BID ITEM No.l Sb: ADD TO THE BASE BID OF "ALTERNATE BID ITEM 12," FACE BRICK VENEER, all exterior walls Bid Amount: How many homes of this style can you build (and compkte) within s 150-day period? variations (if any): Under variations above, please Iist any specifications of materials to be uscd whcn choices are provided or whenever beiter materials are proposed to be used. Also, please attach the conUactor application. Contractor: Addc+css: Phone: Signatwm: Date: 261 •1aeoary .oy iu*,> iwmaea in nie miwen.mm cftg«r eelow: ~ 262 Detailed Bid pesi9n #1 - D2S-01 S Detailed Bid Design #2 - D3S-02S Base Bid y_ 263 .raaJ awua~a~ ..U.,IUUa, Lu ►uc a►,scxuaneous category nelow. Detailed Bid Design #3 - D3S-04H 264 #Idendfy any item(s) includcd in tne misceittu,wuS ..a.vrw. J . SAMPLE - RECONSTRUCTIC}N CONTRACT This contract is between (HOMEOWNER NAME) ,(ADDRESS) (referred to in this Contract as the "Owner") and (BUILDER NAME), (ADDRESS) (referred to in this Contract as the "Contractor") warrandng itself to be licensed and qualified to perForm the work specified herein. TFtis Contract is for the reconstruction of property located at (HOMEOWNER ADDRESS), (referred to in this Contract as the "Property"). IN CONSIDERATION OF THEIR MUTUAL PROMISES, THE PARTIES AGREE AS F4LLOWS: PART I. Specific Terms 1. THE CONTRACT: This Contract consists oniy of this Part I(Specific Terrns), Part II (Standard Terms), and the following attachments: a. Schedule of Woiic (Work write-up) b. Specifications contained in Statutory Requirements and Bid Forms Part I; Technical Construction Specifications Part II; and Construction Floor Pians for Design 1(specffications book or performance manual, as applicable); C. Payment schedule 2. TIME FOR COMMENCEMENT AND COMPLETION: The Contractor agrees to commence, or cause to be commenced, the actual work described in the Schedule of Work within ten (10) calendar days from the date of the Notice to Proceed. The Contractor agrees to complete, free of liens or rights of liens of contractors, mechanics, materialmen or Iaborers, all work iisted above within 120 days after the Effective Date of this Contract, subject to extensions approved by the Owner and the Contract Administrator for the period of any excusable delays (incfuding strikes, acts of God or other reasons beyond the control of the Owner or Contractor). The Cantracfor agrees that time is of the essence of this Contract. The Contractor agrees to pay a fixed unit price per consecutive calendar day for delays beyond the Contract date fixed for reaching "Final Completion". For failure to complete the project within the allotted time, the Contractor acknowledges, and agrees to pay liquidated damages in the amount of $ 75.00 (Seventy-frve dollars) per day for each consecutive calendar day (or portion thereofl that the project remains incomplete or unfinished until the dste the Project Administrator declares the project "Final". 3. CONTRACT PRICE: The Contractor agrees to accomplish work as described in the Schedufe of Wor1c in accordance with each and every term and condition of this Contract, for a tota) contract price of $ . The price of specific items of work is stated in the Schedule of Work. ~ - 265 4. PROGRESS PAYMENTS: The Contractor agrees that the total contract price shall be paid in one or more payments, based upon the value of the work completed at the time the progress payment is made. Such progress payments shall be disbursed at the time and in the amounts specified in the Payment Schedule, after inspection and approval of the work by Owner and the Contract Administrator, less a holdback of 10 percent of the price of work completed. The holdback shall be retained until final payment in order to protect the Owner from any default by the Contractor. In the event the Contractor defaults, the holdback shall be disbursed in accardance with Part II, paragraph 10 of this Contract. Final payment shall be due upon satisfactory compleUon and acceptance of the work as in compliance with this Contract by the Owner and the Contract Administrator, permit sign-off, submission of satisfactory waiver(s) of liens or a bond satisfactory to the Owner and Contract Administrator indemnifying the Duvner against any lien, and submission of ali waRanties and guarantees. The Owner shall not withhold payment to the Contractor except for noncompliance with the terms of this Contract, and shall not request the Contractor to perform work outside the soope of this Contract as a condition of receiving payment. The Contractor acknowledges that it is a matedal breach of this ConUact to request or accept a progress or final payment which is in excess of the prica af the worlc compieted at the time such payment is requested, less the required holdback. 5. WARRANTY: The Contractor wairants that all improvements, hardware and fixtures of whatever kind or nature to be installed or constructed on #he property by the Contractor or the Contractor's subcontractors will be of good quality, suitable for their purpose and free from defects in workmanship or materials, or other deficiencies. This is e full warranty extending to the Owner and subsequent owners of the property; provided, however, that the waRanty set forth in this paragraph shail apply only to deficiencies and defects about which the Owner or subsequent owner(s) shali have notified the Contractor at the address stated above within ane year, except for any extended warranty periods on roof shingies, kitchen appliances, HVAC and water heater. 6. PARTIES TO CONTRACT: The Owner and Contractor agree that they are the sole parties to this Contract and are salely responsible for its performance. The parties agree that the Contract Administrator, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, or the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development do not assums any liability or responsibility whatsoever for the performance of any term of this Contract. 266 (NAME of HOMEOWNER) (ADDRESS) Homeowner Signature Homeowner Signature (NAME OF BUILDER) (ADDRESS) Contractor Signature Contractor Signature Authorized Signature of Contractor Administrator PAYMENT SCHEDULE Progress payments to the Contractor under this Contract for work completed may be requested by the Contractor in the amounts and at the intervals specified below. All payments (except #he finai payment) shali be reduced by the holdback percentage specified in paragraph 5 of th(s Contract. The Contractor shall be entitled to requsst: 1. Initial payment of up to 90% of the work performed by the Contractor upon condition that: A. The Owner and City accept the completed worc as "Final"; B. The City receives the Contractor's wrcitten Invoice. 2. Authorization for any remaining payment amounts will be made 45 days faltowing the initial payment, provided no claims are made against the project; and upon receipt of the following documents: A. The City receives satisfactory "Release of Liens or Claims" for liens by subcontractors, laborers, vendors, installers, and suppliers for completed woric or installed materials. The final payment shall include the holdback amounts remaining due if preceded by acceptance of the worlc by the Contract Administrator and Owner, submission of satisfactory waiver of liens or a bond satisfactory to the Owner and Contract Administrator indemnifying the Owner against any lien, and submission of all warranties and guarantees. , 267 PART II. Standard Terms 1. INSURANCE: During the continuance of the work under the Contract, the Contractor and all subcontractors shail: a. Maintain worker s compensation and employer's liability insurance in amounts sufficient to protect themselves and the Owner from any Iiability or damage for injury (including death) to any of their employees, including any liability or damage which may arise by virtus of any statute or law in foroe or which may hereafter be enacted; and protect b, General Commercial liability insurance in amounts suffici~n~s ~geinst ail risks themselves and the d+n+ner(s) and the City of of damage or injury (including death) to property or persons wherever iocsted, resulting from any action or operation under this Contract or in connection with the work. ow'►eh sn foi~ he durration of the contract terern as additional msureds under Pol~ The Contractor agrees to provide evidence to the Owner and Contract Administrator of such insurance prior to co in thm sutrance as requf ed by his parag ph sha0 be~ of insurance or fadure to ma grounds for terminating this Contract at the option of the Owner• 2. ASSIGNMENT: 7he Contraetor agrees not to assign this Contract without written concurrence by the Contract Administrator 3. CHANGE ORDERS: The Contractor agrees not to make any changes in the Sc,hedule of Work or the Specifications without written authorization by the Owner and written concuRence by the Contract Administrator. 4. PERMITS AND CODES: The Contractor agrees to secure and pay for all necessary permits and licenses required for the Contractor's performance of this Conbract in compliance with applicable local requirements; including local building and housing codes, where applicable, whether or not specffied in the Schedule of Work or Specifications. 5. HOLD HARMLESS: The Contractor agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold the Owner and the City of and its e{ecctted officlals, offlcers and employses harmless from any roperty damage, sickness, liability or claim for damages because of bodily injury, death, p disease or loss and expense arising from the Contractor's performance of this Contract. Each contractor and subcontractor is acting in the capacity of an independent contract with respect to the Owner. The Contractor further agrees to protect, defend and indemnify the pwner from any Gaims by laborers, subcontractors or materialmen for unpaid work or labor performed, or materials supplied in connection with this Contract. and 6. ELIGIBILITY: The Contract~ of the U.S~Department of H using tand Urban Development or Suspended Contractors Us the Contract Administrfon, ~~na fs og s~~ A3 not to hire or utiUze as a suboontractor or supplier any person o 7. FEDERAL LABOR STANDARDS: If this Contract (1) concems the rehabilitation of residential properties containing twelve (12) or more units or (2) calls for e price of $2,000 268 or more for the rehabilitation, in whole or in part, of nonresidential praperty or the nonresidential portion of mixed-use property, the Contractor agrees to abide by Federal Labor Standards regulations. 8. CONDITION qF PREMISES: The Contractor agrees to keep the premises broom clean and orderly and to remove all debris as needed during the course af the worC, in order to maintain work conditions which do not cause health or safety hazards. 9. LEAD-BASED PAINT: The Contractor agrees to use na lead-based paint in the Contractor's performance of work under this Contract. "Lead-based paint" means any paint containing more than six one-hundredths ar one (1) per csnt fead by weight (caiculated as lead metal) in the total nonvolatile content of the paint or the equivalent measure of lead in the dried film of paint aiready applied. 10. TERMENATION: The Contractor agrees that the Owner shall have the right to declare the Contractor in default if the Contractor fails to fumish materials or pertorm work in accordance with the provisions of this Contract. In such event the Owner shall be responsible for providing written notice to the Contractor by registered mail of such defauit. if the Contractor fails to remedy such defauit within fifteen (15) days of such notice, the Owner shail have the right to select one or more substitute oontractors acceptable to the Contract Administrator. If the expense of finishing the worlc exceeds the balance not yet paid to the Contractor on this Contract, The Contractor shall pay the difference to the Owner. The Owner may use any holdback amount to compensate substitute contractors selected pursuant to this paragraph, and the Contractor shall have no further right to our interest in the holdback amount. 11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION: All claims or disputes between Ovmer and Contractor, or between Owner and Contract Administrator ar between Contractor and Contract Administration arising out of or related to the construction and/or rehabilitation work perfomned on the HOME assisted property shall be decided by arbitration in accordance with the consbruction industry arbitratian rules of the American Arbitration Associatian. The homeowner, contractor andlor Contractor Administrator shaN submit all disputes or claims, regardless of the extent of the worC's progress, to an arbitrator who is mutually agreed upon by all parties. Notice of the demand for arbitration shall be filed in writing with the other party to this agreement, and shall be made within a reasonable amount of time after the dispute has arisen. The award rendered by the arbitrator shall be final, and judgment may be entered upon it in acoordance with applicable law in any court having jurisdiction tfiereof. 12. INSPECTION: The U.S. Govemment, the Texas Department of Housing and Communiry Affaits, the Contract Administrator, and their designees shall have the right to inspect al1 work perFormed under this Contract. The Contractor and Owner will take all steps necessary to assure that the U.S. Govemment, the state, and the Contract Administrator, or their designees, are permitted to examine and inspect the Property, and atl contracts, materials, equipment, payralls, and conditions of employment pertaining to their work, including all relevant data and records. By such inspection, the U.S. Govemment, the State af Texas, and the Confract Administrator assume no responsibility to the Owner for defective material or work under this contract or to either party for any breach of this Contract by the other. 13. FINANCIAL INTEREST OR BENEFIT: AI1 Contract Administrators are required to comply with 24 CFR 92.356. The parties to this Contract agree that none of the following shall have ~ 269 any financial interest or benefit, direct or indirect, in this Contrdct. a. Any officer or employee of the Contract Administrator who exercises any functian or responsibility in connection with administration of a HOME Program contract; b. Any member of the goveming body of the Contract Administrator; c. Any member of the goveming body of the locafity (as defined by 24 CFR 510.4 (m): d. Any member of or delegate to the Congress of the United States; e, Any person employed by HUD at a grade level of GS-9 or above. 14. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The Contractor agrees to abide by all federal, state or local regulations retative to equal opportunity for all persons, without discrimination as to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disability. On agreements of $10,000 or more, the Contractor agrees to abide by the following provisions of Executive Order 11248, and agrees to incorporate such language in all contracts for $10,000 or more which he/she may enter into in connection with this agreement. During the performance of this Contcact, the Contractor agrees as follows: a. The Contractor wili not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or familial status. The Contractor will take affirmative acNon to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or familial status. Such action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or terminatfon; rates of pay or ather forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. The Contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment, notices provided by the municipality setting forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination clause, b, The Contractor will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the Contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or familial status. C. The Contractor will send to each labor union or representative of workers with which he/she has a collective bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding, a no#ice advisfng the said labor union or worker's representative of the Contractor commitments under this section and shall post copies of the notice in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment. , 270 d. The Contractor wiN compfy with all provisions of Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, and of the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor. e. The Contractor will fumish afl information and reports required by Executive Order11246 of September 24, 1965, and by the nules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary of Labor or the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, or pursuant thereto, and will permit access to hismer designees, and the Secretary of Labor for purposes or investigation to ascertain compliance with such rules, regulations, and orders. f. In the event of the Contractor's nancomplfance with the nondiscrimination clauses of this contract or with any of the said rules, regulations, or orders, this contract may be cancelled, terminated, or suspended in whob or in part and the Contractor may be declared ineligible for further govemment contracts or federally assisted construction contracts in accordance with procedures authorized in Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, and such other sanction may be imposed and remedies invoked as provided in Executive Order 11246 of September 26, 1965, or by rule, regulation, or order of the Secretary of Labor, or as otherwise provided by law. g. The Contractor will include a statement prohibiting discrimination against all persons with regard to race, color, rellgion, national origin, sex, disability or familial status and will incfude the provisions of paragraph 13 (a) through 13 (g) of this Contract in every subcontract or purchase order unless exempted by rules, regulations or orders of the Secxetary of Labor issued pursuant to Section 204 of Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, so that such provisions will be binding upon each subcontractor or vendor. The Contractor will take such action with respect to any subcontract or purchase order es the property owner or the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions, including sanctions for noncompliance, pravided, however, that in the event the Contractor becomes involved in, or threatened with, iitigation with a subcontractor or vendor as a result of such direction by the property owner or the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, the Cantractor may request the United States to enter into such litigation to protect the interest of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of the United States. 15. TRAINING, EMPLOYMENT AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES: The Contractor agrees to abide by the following provisions and to include them in any subcontract into which the Contractor enters perfoRnance of this Contract. a. The work to be perfonned under this contract is on a project assigned under a program providing direct federal financial assistance from the Department of Housing and Urban Develapment and is subject to the requirements of Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, as amended, 12 U.S. C. 1701 u. Section 3 requires that to the greatest extent feasible opportunities for training and employment be given to lower income persons residing within the localiry or the training and employment be given to lower income persons residing within the locality or the metropolitan area (or non-metropolitan county) in which the project is located, as determined by the Secretary of Housing and 1- 271 Urban Development, and contracts work in connection with the project be awarded to business concerns which are located in, owned in substantial part by persons residing in the same metropolitan area (or non-metropolitan county) as the project. b. The parties to this contract wiil comply with the provisions of said Section 3 and regulations issued pursuant to thereto by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development set forth in 24 CFR Part 135, and ail applicable rules and orders of the Department issued thereof prior to the execution of this contract. The parties to this contract certify and agree that they are under no oontractual or other disability, which would prevent them irom complying with these requirements. c. The Contractor will send to each labor organization or representative of workers with which they have a collective bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding, if any, a note advising the said labor organiiation or workers' representative of his commitments under the Section 3 clause and shall post copies of the notioe in conspicuous places available for employees and applicants for employment or training. d. The Contractor will include this Section 3 clause in every subcontract for work connected with the project and will, at the direction of the applicant for, or recipient of, federal finsncial assistance, take appropriate action pursuant to the subcontraat update finding that the subcontractor is in violation of regulations issued by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, 24 CFR Part 135. The Contractor will not suboontract with any suboontractor where it has notice or knowledge that the latter has been found in violation of regulations under 24 CFR Part 135 and will not let any subcontract unless the subcontractor has first provided it with a preliminary statement of ability to comply with the requirements of these regulations. e. 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