Property Preservation Training

Reimbursement for boarding is provided on a “per opening” basis, up to the maximum allowance per property. The Mortgagee shall be reimbursed for boarding when the following conditions are met:

• The property has been secured for safety reasons; and
• The property is in a high vandalism area and boarding is the only reasonable means to protect the property.

The following specifications shall be followed:

Windows: Secured with 1⁄2” plywood or equivalent
Doors: Secured with 5/8” plywood or equivalent
Other Openings: French doors and sliding door openings should be secured with 3⁄4” plywood or equivalent.

All openings shall be boarded. If security bars are located on windows/doors, boarding is not required. Small openings, such as pet openings in doors, should be secured but not boarded.

Eliminate any health and safety hazard caused by any protruding bolts used to secure boarding and/or any broken glass.

If local codes differ from HUD requirements above, contact the MCM for direction.