This notice updates interim guidance, pending the issuance of regulations,
relating to the credit for nonbusiness energy property under § 25C of the Internal
Revenue Code. Specifically, this notice provides procedures that manufacturers may
follow to certify property as either eligible building envelope components or qualified
energy property, as well as guidance regarding the conditions under which taxpayers
seeking to claim the § 25C credit may rely on a manufacturer's certification.
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.