Carbon Monoxide Device Requirement for Voucher Units and Multifamily Units in Effect

On Dec. 27, HUD sent an email to PHA executive directors reminding them that the requirements for carbon monoxide devices in voucher units and multifamily units are in effect. The requirements went into effect on Dec. 27, 2022. The requirements were first outlined at the beginning of the year, in PIH Notice 2022-01. The email states that the “devices are required in properties with carbon monoxide sources, such as those with fuel-burning appliances or attached garages.” Carbon monoxide devices must be installed according to the standards of the 2018 International Fire Code. Additionally, HUD has created a simple flowchart to help illustrate the instances when an owner may need to install a device.

Resources mentioned in the email include the following:

• PIH Notice 2022-01;
• The 2018 International Fire Code; and
• HUD’s flowchart detailing when installation is necessary.