OneCPD Needs Assessment tool allows HUD to assess grantee capacity to manage and operate CPD grant funds and to determine how to best use technical assistance resources to assist each grantee to increase its capacity to administer CPD program funds, increase availability of affordable housing units, revitalize neighborhoods, and strengthen community partnerships. HUD will garner information on trends in technical assistance needs to more quickly develop tools and products and deliver training on topics most needed by grantees across the country.
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.