What: On June 12, 2026, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published a proposed rule that would amend the definition of “manufactured home.”
Why: The proposed definition would provide that a transportable section of a manufactured home serving as part of an upper floor of a manufactured home would not need to be transported or built on a permanent chassis.
HUD invites public comments on all aspects of this proposed rule, including the HUD Secretary’s certification that the rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities.
Action: Read the proposed rule and submit comments before the August 11, 2026, deadline.
PROPOSED RULE:
Revising the Definition of ‘‘Manufactured Home’’ to Lower Housing Costs
CONTACT: Will Purcell
EMAIL: will.purcell@sba.gov
Is your small business or entity being impacted by a proposed rule? If yes, write a comment letter to the proposing agency.