Neighborhood Development Services (NDS)
Physical Needs Assessments

Client:
Neighborhood Development Services
120 East Main
Ravenna Ohio 44226
Attn. Mr. Mike Bogo, Director of Development
(330) 297-6400

Project Assignment:
Prepare a Strategic Plan for multiple United States Rural Development Administration (USRDA) low-income housing developments. Work included preparation of: Physical Needs Assessment (PNA), Accessibility Overview, USRDA Documents.

Assignment Details:
The overall goal was to develop a Strategic Plan that will help NDS in their management and funding of modernization at the developments and to achieve the goal of providing quality affordable housing for the next 20 years.

CHS began the process by meeting with property management and maintenance staff to understand their concerns and objectives.

PNA:  CHS conducted thorough development and unit assessments which included:

• Inspection of 100% of each development site.
• Inspection of 100% of the exterior of each building.
• Inspection of 25% of the dwelling units.
• Review of Section 504 (HC) compliance.
• Review of environmental reports.
• Evaluation of infrastructure and mechanical systems.

PNA Report:  CHS prepared a comprehensive report outlining the physical aspects, needs, recommendations, and costs for the development for the next 20 years.  The report also includes photographs, demographic information, floor plans, maps, aerial photographs, and other useful information regarding the property.

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