RHSFinal Rule

Updating Manufactured Housing Provisions

Housing

Summary

This regulation updates federal rules for manufactured housing (mobile homes) to modernize standards and requirements. The changes aim to make it easier for people to buy, own, and maintain manufactured homes while ensuring they meet current safety and quality standards.

Key Points

  • 1Updates safety and construction standards for manufactured homes to reflect current building practices and technology
  • 2Affects manufactured home manufacturers, sellers, lenders, and buyers who want financing or insurance for these properties
  • 3May make it easier to get loans and insurance for manufactured homes by aligning federal rules with state requirements
  • 4Applies to homes built after the rule takes effect and may affect how existing homes are evaluated
  • 5Overseen by the Rural Housing Service (RHS), which helps people in rural areas access affordable housing

Key Dates

Published

January 3, 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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