The “Trump Victory [is] a boost for affordable housing and consumers,” says M. Mark Weiss, CEO of the Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform in a new article, linked below. “Many believe Donald Trump has the potential to go down in history as one of the most famous, or infamous, disruptors of all …
The Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform (MHARR) has joined with President-elect Trump and leaders in Congress in calling for federal agencies to place a moratorium on pending regulatory actions during the final days of the Obama Administration. MHARR tells the Daily Business News that they are calling on the …
MHARR Calls for Federal Moratorium On Critical Regulations Read More
The DeRidder, Louisiana City Council introduced proposed ordinances that will determine where residents can place modular housing, and under what conditions, during a meeting on November 14th. One of the ordinances allows for the placement of modular homes in districts zoned as B-1, (transitional business district,) R-2 (higher density single …
“Dodd-Frank was never meant to and never should have been applied to manufactured homes in manufactured home communities,” says Sam Landy, CEO of UMH Properties. “There is no mortgage and our residents are fully protected without Dodd-Frank.” Landy, an attorney who is leading the rapid growth of his firm, shared …
The Patch is a national network of news outlets, which includes the state of Florida. From the Lakeland, FL Patch is manufactured home industry related story, linked below. As Thousands Protest, an Industry Celebrates New Trump Administration Manufactured housing (MH) business and association leaders are quoted in the Patch article …
The goal of the incoming Trump administration with regard to Dodd-Frank has been made clear. “To dismantle the Dodd-Frank Act and replace it with new policies to encourage economic growth and job creation.” President-elect Donald Trump pledged throughout his campaign to get rid of what he called “stifling regulations.” According …
Dodd-Frank, CFPB Deep in Trump Administration Cross Hairs Read More
According to the advertiser, the Lafayette City, Louisiana Parish Council introduced an ordinance that will allow the temporary placement of manufactured homes at home sites for residents to live in while repairing their homes damaged by the August floods. As it currently stands, residents in the unincorporated parts of the parish can …
Council Looks to Allow FEMA Homes, Rescind Solar Fees Read More
Leftist billionaire and Secretary Hillary Clinton campaign supporter, George Soros has been reportedly funding anti-President-elect Donald Trump protests, reports Politico. WikiLeaks reported dozens of leaked emails connected Soros to Democratic, Clinton campaign and groups that funded violence at Trump campaign events. Meanwhile, Clinton is said to be blaming FBI Director …
CBS and Full Measure Trump Videos, Transition Advances, Protests and Democratic Snafus Read More
This month, we continue with our thought-provoking theme: Entrepreneurs November in MHVille 2016. That link will take you to all of the featured articles and interviews this month. Manufactured, modular and prefabricated home professionals know that how a home got to its location should not define a person or their dwelling. What …
The Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform (MHARR) has released it’s November 2016 Washington Update, an exclusive report and analysis that addresses key issues with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Covered in this month’s report: Fifty state installation power grab by HUD, including key highlights …
MHARR November Washington Update, Exclusive Report and Analysis Read More
Residents of Valley View Estates in Archibald, Penn. are in a state of limbo. On the surface, the culprit is bankruptcy. Digging deeper, what caused the bankruptcy appears to be a case of mismanagement. According to The Times-Tribune, park owners Margaret Mary Barrett and Egan Enterprises, Inc. filed for bankruptcy …
Manufactured Home Community Bankruptcy Puts Residents in Limbo Read More
The Boulder City, Nevada City Council has unanimously approved the request of developer Randy Schams to rezone 7.33 acres of land he owns in the city to a multi-home residential area. A number of regular Daily Business News readers may recognize Schams’ name, as part of our coverage on the Boulder City …
City Council Approves Rezoning of Manufactured Home Community Read More
The potential for economic growth usually brings the promise of a windfall for many, including landowners. With that growth, potential challenges can also appear. In Kitimat, British Columbia (B.C.), the potential for future pipelines, liquefied natural gas (LNG) plants and the Rio Tinto Alcan smelter brings with it the promise …
Potential Economic Boom Presents Affordable Housing Challenges Read More
Fearing another “crew camp” situation – one in which transient workers use parked RV’s for living – the Williston, North Dakota Planning and Zoning Commission denied two special use permits that would allow RV parking at Glen Villa and FM Parkway manufactured home communities, owned by Rick Carriger. According to …
City Controversy with Owner – RVs being denied in Manufactured Home Community Read More
“All of this change – without the benefit of actual rulemaking (as required by the 2000 law) — was touted by HUD (and others), at the time, as a money-saver. But it has not worked out that way,” – M. Mark Weiss A news and analysis from M. Mark Weiss, …
MHARR’s Mark Weiss takes on HUD: Production, Paperwork and Contractor Make-Work Read More
Residents in the northeast district of Hutchinson, Kansas have raised objections to a city council vote approving the seeking of a grant for the development of 16 moderate income apartments in the Hampton East area. According to the Hutchinson News, council member Jade Piros de Carvalho, who represents the northeast …
As part of their “Election Center” feature, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published Who Will You Choose? Presidential Issue Comparison, that analyzes each candidates position on issues that are important to small business. The data is pulled directly from candidates’ plans. NFIB notes that they don’t endorse …
NFIB By The Numbers: Trump, Clinton and Small Business Read More
Commissioners in Eddy County, New Mexico have approved an ordinance that would allow officials to keep track of manufactured homes being placed in the county, according to the Carlsbad Current-Argus. Under the ordinance, which passed with a 4-1 vote, a permit would need to be sought before placing a manufactured home. …
Communities in and around Austin, TX have been a hotbed for discussions about affordablity and manufactured housing over the last few months. According to KUT, Austin City Council member Pio Renteria recently visited some of his constituents at a manufactured home community and was shocked by what he saw. “When …
Official wants Mandated Amenities for MH Communities Read More
The ongoing, difficult saga from the devastating August 2016 Louisiana floods continues. In Donaldsville, the Ascension Parish Council has been informed that twenty percent of the homes that have been assed for damage thus far have been deemed “substantial” – which means that the structures need to be raised, demolished …
Concerns Increase in Louisiana Flood Damaged Housing Read More
