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Observer-Rated Housing Quality

8 Feb 2016

OHQS Background 1.2 OHQS and Housing First (HF) The OHQS was used to assess the quality of housing during the At Home Chez Soi project. [...] Can offer a sense of community for residents A desirable, convenient option for many persons Often more affordable than an apartment in the private market Have filled an void in the provision of affordable housing Rooming SROs in House Winnipeg Study 1.3 Defining a Rooming House (RH) Originally designed for 1-2 Separate sleeping rooms, families, but have been but shared common converte [...] A set of 27 items that require a rating and eventual scoring form the core of the tool. [...] The license requires that a basic level of health and safety has been met, and ensures the property complies with: Winnipeg Neighbourhood Livability By-law Winnipeg Residential Fire Safety By-law Manitoba Public Health Act While having a license does not indicate the property presently meets the above by-laws, it does indicate that it conformed at some point in the past. [...] City By Law Enforcement 2.4 Neighbourhood Livability By-law Ensures a basic standard of living Focuses on size of dwelling, rooms, corridors, etc 3. Preparing for the Visit Using the OHQS in the field 3.1 At the Entrance: Fire Safety Plans All multi family units must have a plan posted! Fire emergency procedures must be prominently displayed in the building.
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Pages
36
Published in
Winnipeg, MN, CA

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