| (-b-) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
(LEED). The Development must incorporate, at a minimum, all of the
applicable criteria necessary to obtain a LEED Certification, regardless
of the rating level achieved (i.e., Certified, Silver, Gold or Platinum).
(-c-) ICC/ASHRAE - 700 National Green Building Standard
(NGBS). The Development must incorporate, at a minimum, all of the
applicable criteria necessary to obtain a NGBS Green Certification,
regardless of the rating level achieved (i.e. Bronze, Silver, Gold,
or Emerald).
(-d-) 2018 International Green Construction Code.
(iii) Energy and Water Efficiency Features include:
(I) Energy-Star or equivalently rated refrigerator
with icemaker (0.5 point);
(II) Energy-Star or equivalently rated laundry equipment
(washers and dryers) for each individual Unit; must be front loading
washer and dryer in required accessible Units (2 points);
(III) Recessed LED lighting or LED lighting fixtures
in kitchen and living areas (1 point);
(IV) Energy-Star or equivalently rated ceiling fans
in all Bedrooms (0.5 point);
(V) EPA WaterSense or equivalent qualified toilets
in all bathrooms (0.5 point);
(VI) EPA WaterSense or equivalent qualified showerheads
and faucets in all bathrooms (0.5 point);
(VII) 15 SEER HVAC, or in Region 13, an efficient evaporative
cooling system. For Rehabilitation (excluding Reconstruction) where
such systems are not being replaced as part of the scope of work,
a radiant barrier in the attic is provided, (1 point);
(VIII) 16 SEER HVAC, for New Construction or Rehabilitation
(1.5 points);
(IX) A rainwater harvesting/collection system or locally
approved greywater collection system (0.5 points);
(X) Wi-Fi enabled, Energy-Star or equivalently rated
"smart" thermostats installed in all units (1 point); and
(XI) Solar panels installed, with a sufficient number
of panels to reach a rated power output of at least 300 watts for
each Low-Income Unit. (2 points).
(7) Resident Supportive Services. The resident supportive
services include those listed in subparagraphs (A) - (E) of this paragraph,
which are grouped primarily for organizational purposes. Applicants
are not required to select a specific number of services from each
section. Tax Exempt Bond Developments must select a minimum of eight
points; Direct Loan Applications not layered with Housing Tax Credits
must include enough services to meet a minimum of four points. The
points selected and complete list of supportive services will be included
in the LURA and the timeframe by which services are offered must be
in accordance with §10.619 of this title (relating to Monitoring
for Social Services) and maintained throughout the Affordability Period.
The Owner may change, from time to time, the services offered; however,
the overall points as selected at Application must remain the same.
A Development Owner may be required to substantiate such service(s)
if requested by staff. Should the QAP in subsequent years provide
different services than those listed in subparagraphs (A) - (E) of
this paragraph, the Development Owner may request an Amendment as
provided in §10.405(a)(2) of this chapter (relating to Amendments
and Extensions). The services provided should be those that will directly
benefit the Target Population of the Development. Residents must be
provided written notice of the elections made by the Development Owner.
No fees may be charged to the residents for any of the services, there
must be adequate space for the intended services and services offered
should be accessible to all (e.g. exercises classes must be offered
in a manner that would enable a person with a disability to participate).
Unless otherwise specified, services must be provided on-site or transportation
to those off-site services identified on the list must be provided.
The same service may not be used for more than one scoring item. These
services are intended to be provided by a qualified and reputable
provider in the specified industry such that the experience and background
of the provider demonstrates sufficient knowledge to be providing
the service. In general, on-site leasing staff or property maintenance
staff would not be considered a qualified provider. Where applicable,
the services must be documented by a written agreement with the provider.
Unless otherwise noted in a particular clause, courses and services
must be offered by an onsite instructor(s).
(A) Transportation Supportive Services include:
(i) shuttle, at least three days a week, to a grocery
store and pharmacy or a major, big-box retailer that includes a grocery
store and pharmacy, OR a daily shuttle, during the school year, to
and from nearby schools not served by a school bus system for children
who live at the Development (3.5 points); and
(ii) monthly transportation to community/social events
such as mall trips, community theatre, bowling, organized tours, etc.
(1 point).
(B) Children Supportive Services include:
(i) provide a High Quality Pre-Kindergarten (HQ Pre-K)
program and associated educational space at the Development Site meeting
the requirements of paragraph (5)(C)(i)(I) of this subsection. (Half
of the points required under this paragraph); and
(ii) Twelve hours of weekly, organized, on-site services
provided to K-12 children by a dedicated service coordinator or third-party
entity. Services include after-school and summer care and tutoring,
recreational activities, character building programs, mentee opportunities,
test preparation, and similar activities that promote the betterment
and growth of children and young adults (3.5 points).
(C) Adult Supportive Services include:
(i) Four hours of weekly, organized, in-person, hybrid,
or virtual classes accessible to participants from a common area on
site to an adult audience by persons skilled or trained in the subject
matter being presented, such as English as a second language classes,
computer training, financial literacy courses, homebuyer counseling,
health education courses, certification courses, GED preparation classes,
resume and interview preparatory classes, general presentations about
community services and resources, and any other course, class, or
presentation that may equip residents with new skills that they may
wish to develop (3.5 points);
(ii) annual income tax preparation (offered by an income
tax prep service) or IRS-certified VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
program (offered by a qualified individual) that also emphasizes how
to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (1 point);
(iii) contracted career training and placement partnerships
with local worksource offices, culinary programs, or vocational counseling
services; may include resident training programs that train and hire
residents for job opportunities inside the development in areas like
leasing, tenant services, maintenance, landscaping, or food and beverage
operation (2 points);
(iv) external partnerships for provision of weekly
substance abuse meetings at the Development Site (1 point);
(v) reporting rent payments to credit bureaus for any
resident who affirmatively elects to participate, which will be a
requirement of the LURA for the duration of the Affordability Period
(2 points); and
(vi) participating in a non-profit healthcare job training
and placement service that includes case management support and other
need-based wraparound services to reduce barriers to employment and
support Texas healthcare institution workforce needs (2 points).
(D) Health Supportive Services include:
(i) food pantry consisting of an assortment of non-perishable
food items and common household items (i.e. laundry detergent, toiletries,
etc.) accessible to residents at least on a monthly basis or upon
request by a resident. While it is possible that transportation may
be provided to a local food bank to meet the requirement of this resident
service, the resident must not be required to pay for the items they
receive at the food bank (2 points);
(ii) annual health fair provided by a health care professional
(1 point);
(iii) weekly exercise classes (offered at times when
most residents would be likely to attend) (2 points); and
(iv) contracted onsite occupational or physical therapy
services for Elderly Developments or Developments where the service
is provided for Persons with Disabilities and documentation to that
effect can be provided for monitoring purposes (2 points).
(E) Community Supportive Services include:
(i) partnership with local law enforcement or local
first responders to provide quarterly on-site social and interactive
activities intended to foster relationships with residents (such activities
could include playing sports, having a cook-out, swimming, card games,
etc.) (2 points);
(ii) Notary Services during regular business hours
(§2306.6710(b)(3)) (1 point);
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