Section 8 and wall anchors???

Question

Hi all

First off, I don't know the first thing about SECTION 8.

I have a client, we are looking at a property in a section 8 rental area.

However, the house has wall anchors and it's done by a reputable company etc. and has a 50 year guarantee. (banked owned, but I called the company and they have records)

Do you know if wall anchors will deter the SECTION 8 renters?

I know that section 8 has safety guidelines, is wall anchors one of them?

Thanks, property is in CITY of PITTSBURGH.

Jenn Lee

Jennifer Lee · Answer

hi all

Thx. As for the wall anchor, what Andy said.

Basement support, foundation repair.

Thanks again

Kimberly T. · Answer

Sorry, I also know very little about Sec 8, but the structural engineer in me is wondering: what do you mean by "wall anchors"?  Is the property a masonry building that has been structurally retrofitted to anchor the walls to the roof and/or floor diaphragms?  Are you talking about anchoring something to the walls?

Jeremy Pace · Answer

This will most certainly not deter section 8 renters.  The inspectors that I've dealt with (Allegheny County, not COP) are all very reasonable, and if they have a concern, they will most certainly raise it.  In my experience, they care they most about:

1) Door condition and door hardware

2) Smoke Detectors

3) That all 3 pronged electrical outlets me grounded

4) That the electrical panels are up to date

5) That no common area utility is paid for by a tenant (no hall lights on tenant electrical bills, etc.)

6) That all windows be able to be opened, and stay open (lift open 3-5 inches, and when you let go, it will stay in that position)

Hopefully this helps.  If you have any other questions, you can always PM me.