Desk reviews are an important part of ongoing monitoring, and are performed throughout the year at the PJ's offices by HOME monitoring staff.

Desk reviews typically encompass an examination of both routine and special reports provided by:

• HOME Program Staff
• Owners
• Developers
• Sponsors
• Sub recipients
• State recipients
• Contractors

This information enables the monitor to assess performance and identify any compliance problems. For example, monitors may find valuable information in a sub recipient's single audit review conducted by an independent auditor.