(a) Owners are required to submit evidence of final construction within 30 calendar days of completion in a format prescribed by the Department. Owners are encouraged to request a final construction inspection promptly to allow the Department to inspect Units prior to occupancy to avoid disruption of households in the event that corrective action is required. In addition, the Architect of Record must submit a certification that the Development was built in compliance with all applicable laws, and the Engineer of Record (if applicable) must submit a certification that the Development was built in compliance with the design requirements.
(b) During the inspection, the Department will confirm that committed amenities have been provided and will inspect for compliance with the applicable accessibility requirements. In addition, a National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate may be completed.
(c) IRS Form(s) 8609 will not be released until the Owner receives written notice from the Department that all noted deficiencies have been resolved.
Source Note: The provisions of this §10.606 adopted to be effective February 11, 2019, 44 TexReg 560; amended to be effective July 6, 2023, 48 TexReg 3498; amended to be effective February 26, 2024, 49 TexReg 1065