SA Office Space

4534 - SA Office Space (Rev. 1, 05-21-04) The cost of office space essential for State survey functions is a proper charge against CMS funds. Such charges may take the form of: • Rent, service, and maintenance cost in privately-owned buildings; • Monthly rental charges based on the cost of initial construction or purchase of publicly-owned buildings; and • Meeting the costs of service and maintenance in lieu of rent in publicly-owned buildings. In addition, charges may be made for repairs and alterations to either privately or publicly-owned buildings. Payment will be made only for periods of occupancy unless approval is received from CMS for payment for periods of non-occupancy.