GNews: MHP legislation·
Congressional Candidate Outlines Three-Point Plan to Address MHP Rent Increases
Beriont proposes federal policy measures to slow rising lot rents at mobile home parks nationwide.
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Policy & Regulation
MHProNews·
Champion and Cavco Say Removable Chassis Aims for Design Flexibility, Not Cost Savings
Major manufacturers state removable chassis technology targets design options and zoning access rather than $5K-$10K cost reductions. HUD and state rule updates expected to take over a year.
GNews: MHP legislation·
Rep. Vasquez Requests Congressional Hearing on Private Equity in MHP Sector
Representative Gabe Vasquez calls for federal examination of private equity involvement in manufactured housing communities.
MHProNews·
Cavco CEO Casts Doubt on Removable Chassis Cost Savings Claims
Cavco Industries executives questioned projected savings from removable chassis after advocacy groups claimed $5,000-$10,000 reductions were achievable in manufactured home construction.
Texas Implements New Laws Expanding Manufactured Housing Access
Texas enacts legislation broadening access to manufactured housing alongside right-to-repair provisions.
GNews: HUD manufactured housing·
Experts Anticipate Major Federal Policy Shifts for Manufactured Housing Under Trump Administration
Industry observers expect significant changes to federal manufactured housing regulation and policy under incoming Trump administration.
NAR Report Highlights Texas Manufactured Housing Law and Ongoing Local Zoning Resistance
National Association of Realtors coverage examines implementation of Texas SB785 and persistent local resistance to manufactured housing based on outdated stigma.
GNews: MHP legislation·
Affordable Housing Law Could Drive Manufactured Housing Growth
New affordable housing legislation may create favorable conditions for expansion of manufactured housing sector.
New York Awards $19 Million for Factory-Built Affordable Starter Homes
Governor Hochul's MOVE-IN NY program will fund 56 factory-built starter homes across four New York cities to expand affordable homeownership opportunities.
Jay, Maine Sends Mobile Home Lot Rent Ordinance to November Ballot
Jay voters will decide on municipal ordinance regulating mobile home park lot rents, reflecting growing local efforts to address affordability in Maine's MHP sector.
MHProNews·
HUD Appoints New Deputy Assistant Secretary for Manufactured Housing Programs After MHARR Request
The Office of Manufactured Housing Programs has a new Deputy Assistant Secretary following advocacy from the Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform, marking a key federal appointment for the industry.
Texas Opens Door to Cheaper Homes, Cities Slow to Implement
Texas state policy aimed at expanding affordable housing options faces slow adoption at municipal level, with implications for manufactured housing market expansion.
MHProNews·
Opinion Piece Alleges MHI Systemic Failures Suppress Manufactured Housing Production
Article published via HousingWire examines claims that the Manufactured Housing Institute's lack of advocacy on federal zoning preemption and chattel lending may intentionally limit industry production to benefit consolidation.
GNews: MHP legislation·
HousingWire examines alleged systemic failures and corruption in manufactured housing industry
Article explores evidence of institutional problems in the manufactured housing sector, drawing parallels to past corporate scandals.
MHProNews·
MHARR Urges HUD Secretary to Investigate and Reform Federal Manufactured Housing Program
Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform calls for comprehensive probe of HUD's Office of Manufactured Housing Programs, citing manipulation and anti-small business bias.
Mobile Home Park Owners Threaten Lawsuit Over Lewiston Rent Control Proposal
Park operators are threatening legal action against Lewiston's proposed rent control plan, prompting the city to halt its ordinance review process.
MHProNews·
Berkeley Research Examines Vertical Foreclosure in Factory-Built Housing Markets
Doctoral thesis by Maris Jensen analyzes anti-competitive mechanisms from vertically integrated firms in manufactured housing, contrasting profitability of small factory-built homes versus large site-built developments.
Lewiston City Council Extends Mobile Home Lot Rent Increase Moratorium
New York municipality continues temporary ban on MHP rent increases, reflecting local regulatory response to affordability pressures.
New Mexico Lawmakers to Reintroduce Bill Supporting Resident Park Purchases
State legislators plan to bring back legislation enabling mobile home residents to collectively purchase their communities, advancing ROC conversion policy.
Standish, Maine Enacts Emergency Mobile Home Park Rent Control Ordinance
The town of Standish has passed an emergency ordinance implementing rent control for mobile home parks, marking a significant local regulatory action in Maine's manufactured housing sector.
Standish Maine Enacts Emergency Mobile Home Park Rent Control Ordinance
The town of Standish has passed an emergency ordinance implementing rent control measures for mobile home parks, marking a significant local policy action in Maine's manufactured housing sector.
Standish, Maine Enacts Emergency Mobile Home Park Rent Control Ordinance
Standish has passed an emergency ordinance imposing rent control on mobile home parks, reflecting growing municipal action on affordable housing preservation.
MHProNews·
Industry Analysis Links Buffett Insights to Manufactured Housing Underperformance During Affordability Crisis
MHProNews public comment to HUD on proposed rule revising manufactured home definition examines why inherently affordable manufactured housing underperforms amid housing crisis.
Rhode Island Suburban Zoning Reform Permits Manufactured Homes
New zoning regulations in Rhode Island suburbs ease restrictions on manufactured housing placement, potentially expanding development opportunities in the state.
Rhode Island Suburban Zoning Reform Opens Door for Manufactured Homes
New zoning changes in Rhode Island suburbs are clearing regulatory barriers for manufactured housing development, potentially expanding housing options in the state.
MHProNews·
Analysis Presents Gatekeeping Thesis on Manufactured Housing Institute's Role in Market Constraints
MHProNews comment to HUD argues industry trade group behavior may function as protection racket limiting affordable housing market growth.
GNews: MHP legislation·
Politico Examines Affordability Challenges in Manufactured Housing Sector
National coverage highlights affordability concerns affecting the manufactured housing industry, suggesting policy or market dynamics impacting accessibility for residents.
MHLivingNews·
Economist Links Federal Deficit and National Debt to Housing Affordability Crisis
E.J. Antoni discusses how federal deficit spending and $40 trillion national debt impact housing costs, highlighting manufactured housing's affordability potential.
MHProNews·
Industry Stakeholder Submits Critical HUD Regulatory Comments on Trade Association Performance
A regulatory comment letter challenges the Manufactured Housing Institute's leadership and advocacy effectiveness, submitting third-party analysis to HUD for review.
Maine Announces Initiative to Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities
State officials outline efforts to expand affordable housing in Maine, with potential implications for manufactured housing policy.
Maine Senator Celebrates Resident Purchase of Hidden Circle Mobile Home Park
Senator Tim Nangle marks the conversion of Hidden Circle mobile home park to resident ownership under legislation he sponsored, advancing resident-owned community model in Maine.
Maine Senator Celebrates Hidden Circle Conversion Under ROC Law He Sponsored
Senator Tim Nangle highlights resident purchase of Hidden Circle mobile home park under Maine's resident-owned community legislation.
MHProNews·
MHARR Comments on HUD Proposed Rule to Revise Manufactured Home Definition
The Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform submitted concise comments on HUD's proposed rulemaking FR-6537-P-01 aimed at revising the manufactured home definition to lower housing costs.
Rep. Stansbury Promotes New Federal Housing Legislation in Albuquerque
New Mexico Representative Melanie Stansbury discussed recently passed housing legislation during an Albuquerque visit, potentially affecting manufactured housing policy.
Tompkins County Panel Proposes Manufactured Housing and Zoning Reforms for Affordability
Local officials outlined strategies including expanded manufactured housing access and zoning changes to address housing affordability challenges in Tompkins County.
Tompkins County Panel Discusses Manufactured Housing and Zoning Reform for Affordability
Local officials outline strategies including manufactured homes and zoning updates to address housing affordability challenges in Tompkins County, New York.
Tompkins County Panel Explores Manufactured Homes and Zoning for Affordability
Local housing experts in Tompkins County discussed expanding manufactured home options and zoning reforms as pathways to increase affordable housing availability.
MHProNews·
ROC USA Challenges MHI on FHFA Rulemaking, Advocates Measurable Outcomes for Resident Ownership
ROC USA, an MHI member, filed FHFA comments supporting resident-owned communities and opposing efforts to limit ROC access to financing. The group advocates for measurable outcomes in duty-to-serve programs.
Saco Mobile Home Residents Support Proposed Lot Rent Stabilization Ordinance
Mobile homeowners in Saco, Maine testified in favor of a proposed local ordinance to stabilize lot rent increases at mobile home parks.
Shelterforce·
Federal Home Loan Bank System Needs Reset to Support Affordable Housing Mission
Analysis argues the FHLB system has strayed from its 1932 mission to support affordable mortgage lending since the 1989 S&L crisis and requires policy realignment.
MHProNews·
Housing Coalition Urges FHFA to Expand Enterprise Duty to Serve Manufactured Housing
A coalition of over 40 organizations submitted comments to the Federal Housing Finance Agency advocating for enhanced access to affordable homeownership through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac programs for manufactured housing.
Sonoma City Council to Consider Mobile Home Policy Alongside Electoral Changes
The Sonoma City Council agenda includes mobile home-related policy considerations, though details of the specific measures under review are not yet clear.
Senator Young Discusses Housing Affordability in Elkhart County Manufacturing Hub
U.S. Senator visits Elkhart County, a major manufactured housing production center, to address housing affordability policy.
Auburn, Maine Approves Mobile Home Park Rent Control Ordinance
Auburn city council passes rent control measure for mobile home parks, joining other Maine municipalities regulating lot rent increases.
Auburn, Maine Approves Mobile Home Park Rent Control Ordinance
The city of Auburn, Maine has enacted a rent control ordinance for mobile home parks, marking another municipality adopting rent regulation measures.
Auburn, Maine Approves Mobile Home Rent Control Ordinance
Auburn has enacted a rent control ordinance for mobile home parks, joining a growing number of municipalities regulating MHP rent increases.
New Data Reveals Land Rent Costs for Maine Mobile Homeowners
Maine releases comprehensive data showing lot rent expenses paid by mobile home residents statewide, highlighting affordability pressures in the sector.
New Data Reveals Land Rent Costs Facing Maine Mobile Home Owners
Analysis of newly released data shows how much Maine mobile homeowners pay to rent the land beneath their homes, highlighting affordability pressures.
New Data Reveals Land Rent Burden for Maine Mobile Home Owners
Fresh data quantifies lot rent costs paid by Maine mobile homeowners, providing empirical foundation for ongoing policy discussions around MHP affordability and regulation.
Idaho Housing Policy Reforms Praised for Future Development Framework
Commentary highlights Idaho's housing policy approach as a model for enabling affordable housing development and regulatory reform.
Nevada Housing Alliance Messaging Questioned in Industry Trade Publication
MHProNews critiques Nevada Housing Alliance and MHI claims, examining accuracy of industry advocacy messaging and potential misinformation in manufactured housing policy discourse.
New Maine Data on Mobile Home Parks Could Support Investor Regulation Efforts
Recently released data on Maine's mobile home parks may provide advocates with evidence to support regulatory measures against investor ownership.
GNews: HUD manufactured housing·
MBA Endorses HUD Manufactured Housing Proposal in Advocacy Update
Mortgage Bankers Association voices support for HUD's proposed manufactured housing regulation as part of broader advocacy efforts.
GNews: HUD manufactured housing·
Mortgage Bankers Association Backs HUD Manufactured Housing Regulatory Proposal
MBA submitted comments supporting a HUD proposal on manufactured housing regulation while also responding to CFPB's TRID request for information.
New Maine Mobile Home Park Data Released to Support Investor Oversight
Maine releases comprehensive mobile home park data aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight and resident protections against institutional investor activity.
New Maine Mobile Home Park Data Could Support Resident Efforts Against Investor Ownership
Maine releases new data on mobile home parks that may aid resident organizing and policy efforts to counter institutional investor acquisitions.
New Ohio Law Expands Access to Manufactured Housing as Affordable Option
Legislation in Ohio aims to increase affordability by expanding access to manufactured housing, addressing statewide housing needs.
Industry Executive Rick Robinson Faces Potential Conflicts of Interest Questions on HUD Letter
Rick Robinson, holding dual roles at Nevada Housing Alliance and ManufacturedHomes.com, recently signed regulatory comments to HUD, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest in industry advocacy.
MHProNews·
MHI urges FHFA to end GSE support for limited-equity community ownership model
Manufactured Housing Institute's Lesli Gooch calls for cuts to tenant protections and elimination of GSE financing for resident-owned community models in response to new FHFA duty-to-serve rule.
GNews: HUD manufactured housing·
MBA supports HUD manufactured housing proposal in advocacy update
Mortgage Bankers Association responds to CFPB TRID request for information and backs HUD manufactured housing regulatory proposal.