Keeping the co-op in good repair overview
Do all signs point to a co-op that’s well cared for? Make sure you’re making sound business decisions about your buildings and grounds with good comprehensive maintenance programs that prevent high-cost emergency repairs. Learn more about the resources and services available to co-op managers to ensure that your plans are carried out effectively. Make sure the co-op meets the Core Management Standard of Keeping the Co-op in Good Repair:
- has good “curb appeal”
- responds promptly to requests for repairs
- has a routine and preventive maintenance schedule
- is free of safety hazards
- has an emergency response procedure
- has a replacement reserve plan and keeps it up to date
- inspects each housing unit once a year and whenever a member moves out
Follow this in-depth PDF guide to meet the five Core Management Standards for your housing co-op (2009).
This challenge helps co-ops identify how well they are running based on whether they are meeting the five Core Management Standards (2012).