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subrecipient must work with the IN502 BOS to ensure the screening, assessment and referral of program participants are consistent with the established written standards. The Balance of State uses HMIS for Coordinated Entry. Subrecipients are expected to complete the Coordinated Entry enrollment. 3.7 - Habitability Each unit that houses a client that is receiving ANY assistance from the ESG program must be inspected to make sure it meets the minimum habitability standards set forth in 24 CFR 576.403(c).Any ESG assistance means rental assistance,security deposit,the last month's deposit,a utility deposit,moving costs,counseling,financial education,supportive services, etc.,that is being paid or reimbursed with ESG funding.Subrecipients must certify that the unit has passed the inspection and meets the habitability standards before any funds have been expended that will be paid by or reimbursed with ESG program funds. In addition to the initial inspection,each ESG-assisted unit must be inspected annually. The following habitability standards are required for shelters that receive ESG-funded operating assistance: Inspections:Current fire and health inspections must be in place during the contract period. > Structure and Materials: The shelter building should be structurally sound to protect residents from the elements and not pose any threat to the health and safety of the residents. • Access: The shelter must be accessible, and there should be a second means of exiting the facility in the case of emergency or fire. • Space and Security: Each resident should have adequate space and security for themselves and their belongings. Each resident must have an acceptable place to sleep. > Interior Air Quality: Each room or space within the shelter/facility must have a natural or mechanical means of ventilation. The interior air should be free of pollutants at a level that might threaten or harm the health of residents. Water Supply:The shelter's water supply should be free from contamination. Sanitary Facilities: Each resident should have access to sanitary facilities that are in proper operating condition.These facilities should be able to be used in privacy and be adequate for personal cleanliness and the disposal of human waste. Thermal Environment:The shelter/facility must have any necessary heating/cooling facilities in proper operating condition. Illumination and Electricity: The shelter/facility should have adequate natural or artificial illumination to permit normal indoor activities and support health and City of South Bend - ESG Policies and Procedures Manual 10