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1. Limited Scope of Photos <br />o Inspectors must only take photographs of documented code violations. <br />o Photos should not include personal belongings, tenant documents, or areas <br />unrelated to the violation. Allows for some leeway or discretion rather than <br />creating a binding obligation. <br />o If a violation exists but a photo is unnecessary to document the issue, the <br />inspector should not take a photo. <br />2. Tenant Notification of Photography <br />o Inspectors may verbally inform tenants before taking any photos inside their <br />unit. Need to find language that fits when tenant is not present. <br />o If a tenant objects to a photo, the inspector should attempt to document the <br />violation through written notes instead. <br />3. Tenant Access to Photos <br />o Tenants may request copies of any photos taken inside their unit by submitting a <br />request to the housing authority within 10 business days after the inspection. <br />4. Privacy Complaint Procedure <br />o If a tenant believes an inspector took unnecessary or intrusive photos, they may <br />file a privacy complaint with the housing authority. <br />o Complaints must be reviewed within 15 business days, and if a violation is found, <br />the photo must be deleted. (Not sure what other duty owed beyond this) <br />2. Tenant Notification and Rescheduling Policy (Section G.) <br />1. Advance Notice Requirements <br />o Inspectors must provide: <br />■ 30 days' notice to property managers. <br />■ 7 days' mailed notice to tenants. <br />o If an inspection is scheduled less than 7 days in advance, tenants must receive <br />written or electronic notice within 24 hours. <br />2. Rescheduling Requests <br />o If a tenant cannot be present during an inspection due to work, disability, or other <br />conflicts, they may request a rescheduled time by contacting the property <br />manager or inspector at least 48 hours before the inspection. <br />3. Reasonable Accommodations for Tenants <br />o Tenants with disabilities may request additional accommodations, such as: <br />■ A specific inspection time slot. <br />■ A designated representative to be present on their behalf. <br />3. Protection Against Retaliation (To be reintegrated into <br />Section A. 1.) <br />