The home must be decent, safe and sanitary. As basic requirements, the home must include the following:

• Adequate sanitary facilities. The bathroom must be in good condition, and the kitchen must have adequate and sanitary space for food storage and preparation
• Enough room to provide sleeping space for no more than 2 people per bedroom
• Exterior doors and windows which lock
• A sound basic structure
• No roaches, rats, mice or other dangerous vermin
• A neighborhood environment which is safe and healthy
• Protection against lead paint poisoning