FDICFinal Rule

Temporary Exceptions: Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act Appraisal Requirements in Los Angeles County as Affected by California Wildfires and Straight-line Winds

HousingEnvironmentFinance & Banking

Summary

The FDIC is temporarily relaxing appraisal requirements for home loans in Los Angeles County to help people and businesses affected by recent wildfires and windstorms get financing faster. This allows banks to process loans more quickly for disaster victims without requiring the standard detailed property inspections.

Key Points

  • 1Banks in Los Angeles County can temporarily skip or simplify property appraisals when homeowners or businesses need loans to rebuild after wildfires and severe winds
  • 2This temporary exception makes it easier and faster for disaster victims to access financing when they need it most
  • 3The rule only applies to Los Angeles County and only lasts temporarily while recovery efforts are ongoing
  • 4Normal appraisal rules will return once the emergency period ends, protecting lenders while helping affected communities
  • 5This is a disaster relief measure that balances helping people rebuild quickly with maintaining reasonable safety standards for banks

Key Dates

Published

April 18, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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