Smoke-Free Public Housing Compliance and Enforcement Toolkit
Thoughtful planning and preparation before and during the implementation of a smoke-free policy will improve compliance and reduce the need for enforcement. If you have questions not answered below contact Live Smoke Free.
A majority of property managers report that a smoke-free policy is largely well followed and self enforced by residents and staff. However, it is not uncommon for a small minority of residents to struggle or refuse to comply by continuing to smoke or allowing their guests to smoke on the property. The resources and tools below can assist management in promoting compliance and enforcing the policy when necessary. If you would like to consult on solutions specific to your situation, reach out to info@mnsmokefreehousing.org.
Click here to download the toolkit in a single PDF.
Informational Resources
Compliance & Enforcement
- Recommendations for Managing Smoke-Free Public Housing During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Promoting Smoke-Free Policy Compliance: Tips for Managers
- Resident Engagement Ideas
- Enforcing a Smoke-Free Policy in Public Housing
- Smoke-Free Policy Compliance and Enforcement FAQs
- Tips to Promote Conflict Resolution
Find Assistance
- Global Directory of Smoke-Free Multi-Housing Programs
- Where Can I Go for Help? National Legal & Conflict Mediation Resources
Cessation Resources
Sample Tools
Communication Tools
- “Our Building is Smoke Free!” door hanger (in English and Spanish)
- “100% Smoke-Free Building” printable signage
Tools to Promote Compliance
- Post-policy resident survey
- Policy reminder letter (for management to give to all residents)
- Foundations for a Successful Smoke-Free Policy: A Training for People who work in Public Housing (PDF)
Notices
- Notice of Concern form (for resident leaders or management to notify a resident of a possible violation)
- Notice of Smoking Incident form (for residents to report a violation to management)
- Notice of Smoking Infraction form (for management to notify a resident of a violation)
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