The forms are used to establish and revise rental, utility, and related service charges for occupants of Government housing (quarters). Information is collected from property owners, managers, and realtors.
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Pub.L. 88 - 459 1-7
Name of Law: Federal Employees Quarters and Facilities Act of 1964
Burden hours will vary annually due to the number of private rental units surveyed each year and the length (in years) of the Department's total survey cycle. There are 15 survey regions and each must be surveyed at least once every five years. In 1997, the Department of the Interior used a three-year survey cycle. But in 2003, to balance the need for current data with the expense of more frequent collections, the Department implemented a four-year survey cycle. This meant, for example, that in 1999, burden hours reported to OMB were 1,046 annually, and in 2004, burden hours were 767 annually. This information collection renewal is based on 2006 data.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Form OS-2001 Private Rental Survey -- Individuals or Households (Form 2001)
Supporting Statement. Part B. 1084-0033.doc
Private Rental Survey -- Individuals or Households (Form 2001)