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We received a Fraud, Waste, & Abuse tip: An affordable housing developer was renting out their affordable units to friends and employees from another related entity. Due to legal ambiguity around covenant language, we couldn't substantiate the claim.

LA City Controller Kenneth Mejia

@controller.lacity.gov

Affordable housing is in dire need in Los Angeles, and the City should ensure everyone has a fair shot of getting into these units. We recommended that the Housing Dept. strengthen covenant language on conflicts of interest and conduct site visits.

4/9/26, 4:12 am1 repost21 likes

LA City Controller Kenneth Mejia

@controller.lacity.gov

4 Sept

If you see fraud, waste, and abuse in the City of LA, submit a claim (can do so anonymously) at controller.lacity.gov/fwa