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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