FR-6537-P-01 Revising the Definition of ‘‘Manufactured Home’’ to Lower Housing Costs

Janet Thome, President of Tiny House Alliance USA, is commenting on a specific Alternative Construction (AC) letter issued by HUD to Clayton Homes. She expresses concern and questions why HUD granted Clayton Homes permission to remove upper floor chassis before the formal rulemaking process was completed.

TeraSun Systems LLC supports the proposed rule to remove the permanent chassis requirement for multi-story manufactured homes to reduce costs. However, the company argues that HUD must also establish new transport system verification standards and certification requirements to ensure safety during highway transit.

A mortgage compliance professional supports the proposed rule to remove the permanent chassis requirement for upper stories of manufactured homes but argues that the rule is currently incomplete. The commenter requests that HUD include specific requirements for Manufacturer’s Engineering Certifications and independent Professional Engineer’s Reports to ensure underwriter verification and structural safety.