NCUAFinal 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
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Summary
This regulation temporarily relaxes federal rules that require property appraisals when people get loans from credit unions in Los Angeles County, due to damage from recent wildfires and wind storms. The change allows credit unions to process loans more quickly for people affected by these disasters without waiting for formal appraisals.
Key Points
- 1Credit unions in Los Angeles County can skip or delay property appraisals for loans affected by recent wildfires and straight-line winds
- 2This temporary exception applies only to specific disaster-affected areas and is not permanent
- 3The rule helps speed up lending for people rebuilding after the disasters, so they don't have to wait as long to get loans
- 4This is a temporary measure—credit unions will eventually need to return to normal appraisal requirements once the disaster recovery period ends
- 5Only credit unions (not other banks) are covered by this specific rule from the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA)
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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