National Apartment Association offers COVID-19 guidance

ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Apartment Association (NAA) is offering guidance to apartment communities regarding COVID-19:

• Refer media and stakeholder inquiries to resources from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and ​other qualified officials. NAA recommends that guidance from the CDC and other officials be treated seriously.
• Continue to monitor the situation. Stay tuned to your local authorities and their ongoing communications.
• If a resident is confirmed to have or is believed to have COVID-19, do not direct facilities management or maintenance staff to the apartment. Immediately notify the local health department and contact CDC for guidance regarding appropriate measures to take.
• Ensure your office has the proper contact information of the local health authority and/or the best CDC resources on hand for handling queries from local stakeholders.

NAA also provided answers to potential questions from residents and/or media in its COVID-19 press release.