This survey is used to collect data on
new manufactured homes. The data are collected from manufactured
home dealers. The principal user, HUD, uses the statistics to
monitor trends in this type of low-cost housing; to formulate
policy, draft legislation, and evaluate programs.
US Code:
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USC 1701z-1 Name of Law: Research and demonstrations
US Code: 42
USC 5401 Name of Law: Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standards
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Pub.L. 110 - 289 2141 Name of Law: Manufactured Housing
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The U.S. Census Bureau is
requesting an extension of a currently approved collection for the
Manufactured Housing Survey (MHS) (Form C-MH-9A). Manufactured
housing provides much of the low-cost new housing in the United
States. In 2020, over 94,500 new units were shipped from
manufacturing plants to local dealers, with the majority of these
homes being intended for residential use. These homes make up about
nine percent of all new single-family housing. Given the size and
importance of this component of new housing, the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has funded this survey
conducted by the Census Bureau since the early 1970's.
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.