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1. Addressing local housing code required repairs under current Florida Building Codes requirements for Existing Buildings and local Maintenance Codes and/or Section 8 HOS violations, whichever is most stringent for each code - related repair needs. This will include Florida Energy Efficiency Code for new construction where it applies and Accessibility Requirements (24CFR Part 8, 24 CFR 100.201, 24 CFR 100.205) where they may apply; 2. Providing for cost effective 'Green Standards and Additional "Green Standards" as described in section J- Rehabilitation and Replace Procedures. The most current Florida Green Building Coalition checklist of green features including those required by FDEO and that are appropriate for the type dwelling shall be used as a list of options for including affordable green features, 3. Providing reasonable repairs and modifications to make the dwelling accessible to handicapped and elderly occupants as necessary and technically feasible. The HRS shall determine the feasibility and eligibility of any such repairs; and 4. Correcting health and/or safety violations that may be present, including replacement of dilapidated or malfunctioning stoves or refrigerators and interim controls or abatement of lead-based paint hazards. The HRS shall determine the feasibility and eligibility of any such repairs; Except for DRI new construction or redevelopment activities, new construction such as adding a room or closing in a carport is eligible for rehabilitation financing only to eliminate overcrowding or to provide bathroom or laundry hook ups. In all CDBG categories general property improvements are eligible for program funds when necessary to obtain an accurate level of utility, to decrease high maintenance costs, or to eliminate blight. Examples of eligible general property improvements include installation of cabinets and linen closets, functional changes in room layout, replacement of unapproved or damaged floor coverings, and enclosure of a porch for use as a bathroom where the dwelling does not have adequate interior space. In the CDBG and DRI categories for owner occupied rehabilitation, some general property improvements that are not required by code, and/or Section 8, HQS, or the work required by the code and/or Section 8 HQS (creating a need for restoration) or other eligible reasons listed above and recommended by the HRS may be provided at the owner's expense. The cost for any such improvements shall be borne by the owner who must deposit the funds with the local government prior to construction otherwise the additional items will not be included in the construction. These items must be included in the Contract for Rehabilitation that is developed and administered by the Program. However, ineligible new construction must be contracted separately. Furthermore, any construction not covered in the construction contract will be inspected by the local building inspector and will not be inspected by the HRS or PA. 34