The report discusses the challenges and potential reforms for the The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program, which helps over 2.3 million low-income families rent homes affordably. It highlights the declining landlord participation and extended housing search periods as significant issues. The report suggests that the current inspection and enforcement regime is a primary barrier to landlord participation. It proposes alternative approaches, such as tenant and landlord self-certification of housing quality and reducing the role of public housing agencies. The report also emphasizes the improved condition of America’s rental housing stock over the past 50 years. Finally, it recommends policy changes to streamline operations and expand landlord participation in the HCV program.

https://www.urban.org/research/publication/reforming-inspections-process