In the most recent MH commentary focused on the devastation Hurricane Sandy left behind in New Jersey, specifically, the 122,000 structures damaged or destroyed, Gov. Chris Christie has recently approved a long range five-prong solution to the housing problem. In addition to rehabbing and repairing existing structures and maximizing rental opportunities—payments to 340 hotels were made during the first four weeks—gsnmagazine tells MHProNews bringing in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) HUD manufactured homes is an integral component of the plan.

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