PHYSICAL NEEDS ASSESSMENTS

(PNAs)

of Public Housing

Debbie Gardner, P.E.

What

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New Rules

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PNA Rule: require all PHAs to complete PNA for each public housing developments

Energy Audit Rule will establish standards for PH energy audits, integrating energy conservation measures with capital planning

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Currently in final rulemaking process

Expected to be published as final rules in Winter 2012

For immediate implementation by PHAs over the ensuing one year period

Status of New Rules

PNA Proposed Rule

1. Project modernization and life-cycle replacement repair needs over a 20-year period, rather than a 5-year period

2. Integrate the PNA with energy audit

PNA Primary Objective

To help PHAs assess the capital needs of their

portfolios accomplish capital planning further the energy goals of the

2005 Energy Policy Act

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The Proposed PNA rule was published in the Federal

Register *July 20, 2011

www. Regulations.gov

PNA Rule

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When do they need to be done?Who does them?How are they done?

Where do I go to learn more?

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Green Physical Needs Assessment (GPNA)

GPNA Tool Page (July 2012)

GPNA Tool Demonstration Webinar (NEW)

Summary of PNA Process (May 2012)

PNA Summary Webinar (NEW)

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What's Hot GPNA Tool Page (July 2012)

GPNA Tool Demonstration Webinar (NEW)

Summary of PNA Process (May 2012)

PNA Summary Webinar (NEW)

Green Physical Needs Assessment (GPNA)

GPNA Tool Page (July 2012)

GPNA Tool Demonstration Webinar

Summary of PNA Process (May 2012)

PNA Summary Webinar (NEW)

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When are they to be done ?

once every five years

updates annually

When are they to be done ?

• Annual update involves recording which items were completed during

the year

• Submit report to HUD

Who Does PNA ?

Proposed PNA Rule establishes minimum requirements for PNA Provider Qualifications

PNA Provider Qualifications

Experience (5 years) performing physical property inspections and cost estimating

Demonstrated knowledge of applicable building standards and codes

Demonstrated knowledge of energy efficiency practices 23

Who Does Energy Audits ?

Proposed Energy Audit Rule establishes minimum requirements

Energy Auditor

Experienced in the performance of residential energy audits

Shall hold a valid certification from a recognized state or national energy auditor certifying agency

The energy auditor can be qualified PHA staff or utility company providers

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How are they to be done ?

Final version of the GPNA tool (dated July 2, 2012)

including a final draft users guide is available

to PHAs

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PNA/EA Documentation

Energy bills -(tenant held accounts if available); 3 years is recommended.

Copies of previous energy audits, PNAs, EPC documentation.

Maintenance log & preventative maintenance (PM) plan

PNA/EA Documentation

Building drawings if availableCurrent bids for major work local cost records & database if

developed- determine if a standard or customized cost index will be used

Capital Fund P&E reports -up to 5 yrs

UCPS Annual inspection reports28

Further Information•Internet: HUD Website •Field Office: Your Engineer

• Ivan Chavez• K.C. King• Damien Thomas• Debbie Gardner

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