Sec. 07.05.04.07. Living Accommodations

A. All residents shall live in:

(1) An apartment which is:

(a) Negotiated by the agency for independent living purposes;

(b) Inspected and approved for occupancy by the appropriate agencies for the local jurisdiction in which it is located; and

(c) Occupied overnight with no more than two occupants, both of whom are residents of the agency private independent living program; and

(2) A living arrangement approved by the Administration prior to the implementation of this chapter according to the requirements of COMAR 01.04.04.12.

B. All residents shall maintain the apartment in a manner which:

(1) Reflects positive self-esteem;

(2) Is free from:

(a) Garbage;

(b) Debris;

(c) Dirt;

(d) Drugs;

(e) Drug paraphernalia;

(f) Offensive odors; and

(g) Clutter; and

(3) Prevents damage, marring, theft, or destruction of apartment property.

C. The agency shall document that it has communicated regularly with the apartment management that:

(1) The apartments shall be regularly:

(a) Painted;

(b) Pest controlled; and

(c) Repaired of faulty equipment;

(2) Public areas shall be cleaned and maintained; and

(3) Resident complaints shall be addressed in a timely and efficient manner.

D. The agency shall negotiate a payment accommodation with the rental organization which:

(1) Provides that the agency shall pay the rent in accordance with a lease; or

(2) Arranges that the resident shall pay the rent in accordance with a lease.

E. The agency shall have and follow a written policy concerning a resident's:

(1) Payment for damage caused or allowed by the resident to the apartment; and

(2) Restitution by the resident for the resident's theft of or damage to property of the agency's:

(a) Staff persons;

(b) Residents; or

(c) Corporation.