Section 8 Inspections

[William A.]

I looking at some apartments in a building that I know have been rented under section 8, because I have seen them advertised that way on Craigslist. 

1. If the unit I am looking at is currently rented under section 8 (and has passed all codes), is it worthwhile to get my own inspection. 

2. If it has not been rented by section 8,   could I stipulate acceptance by housing authority as part of the contract?