30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Compliance Inspection Report and Mortgagee's Assurance of Completion; Forms HUD-92051 and HUD-92300; OMB Control No.: 2502-0189, 3683-3684 [2024-01003]

Download as PDF 3683 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 13 / Friday, January 19, 2024 / Notices This notice informs the public that HUD is seeking approval from OMB for the information collection described in Section A. The Federal Register notice that solicited public comment on the information collection for a period of 60 days was published on August 31, 2023 at 88 FR 18778. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Information collection Number of respondents Frequency of response Responses per annum Burden hour per response Annual burden hours Hourly cost per response Annual cost HUD—27054e .............. 5,000.00 1.00 5,000.00 1.00 5,000.00 $53.67 $268,350.00 Total ...................... ........................ ........................ ........................ ........................ 5,000.00 53.67 268,350.00 B. Solicitation of Public Comment This notice is soliciting comments from members of the public and affected parties concerning the collection of information described in Section A on the following: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) The accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) Ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond; including through the use of appropriate automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. (5) Ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. HUD encourages interested parties to submit comment in response to these questions. C. Authority ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 Act. The waiver form gathers essential information for HUD to determine grounds to waive grantees’ application of a Buy America preference due to public interest, nonavailability, or unreasonable cost, allowing grantees to remain in compliance with BABA when they are unable to use American-made materials in infrastructure projects. Respondents: Federal Government; State, Local, or Tribal Government. A. Overview of Information Collection Title of Information Collection: Build America Buy America Waiver Form. OMB Approval Number: 2511–0002. Type of Request: Renewal. Description of the need for the information and proposed use: The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requests an extension of the 6-month PRA Emergency approval pursuant to the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Section 3507 of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. chapter 35. Colette Pollard, Department Reports Management Officer, Office of Policy Development and Research, Chief Data Officer. [FR Doc. 2024–00974 Filed 1–18–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4210–67–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:42 Jan 18, 2024 Jkt 262001 DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT [Docket No. FR–7080–N–03] 30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Compliance Inspection Report and Mortgagee’s Assurance of Completion; Forms HUD–92051 and HUD–92300; OMB Control No.: 2502– 0189 Office of the Assistant Secretary for Housing—Federal Housing Commissioner, HUD. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. This notice follows a proposed notice published on September 5, 2023, requesting comments on the renewal of this information collection. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comment from all interested parties on the proposed collection of information. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 30 days of public comment. DATES: Comments Due Date: February 20, 2024. ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments regarding this proposal. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/ PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting ‘‘Currently under 30-day Review—Open for Public Comments’’ or by using the search function. Interested persons are also invited to submit comments regarding this proposal and comments should refer to the proposal by name SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 and/or OMB Control Number and should be sent to: Colette Pollard, Clearance Officer, REE, Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th Street SW, Room 8210, Washington, DC 20410; email: PaperworkReductionActOffice@ hud.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colette Pollard, Reports Management Officer, REE, Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20410; email Colette.Pollard@hud.gov or telephone 202–402–3400. This is not a toll-free number. HUD welcomes and is prepared to receive calls from individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as individuals with speech and communication disabilities. To learn more about how to make an accessible telephone call, pleasevisit: https:// www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/ telecommunications-relay-service-trs. Copies of available documents submitted to OMB may be obtained from Ms. Pollard. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice informs the public that HUD is seeking approval from OMB for the information collection described in Section A. The Federal Register notice that solicited public comment on the information collection for a period of 60 days was published on September 5, 2023 at 88 FR 60704. A. Overview of Information Collection Title of Information Collection: Compliance Inspection Report and Mortgagee’s Assurance of Completion. OMB Approval Number: 2502–0189. OMB Expiration Date: 01/31/2024. Type of Request: Extension of currently approved collection. Form Numbers: HUD–92051, HUD– 92300. E:\FR\FM\19JAN1.SGM 19JAN1 3684 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 13 / Friday, January 19, 2024 / Notices Description of the need for the information and proposed use: Accurate and thorough property information is critical to the accuracy of underwriting for the mortgage insurance process. This information collection is needed to ensure newly built homes financed with FHA-insured mortgages are constructed in accordance with acceptable building standards and that any deficiencies found in newly constructed and existing dwellings are corrected. Respondents: Mortgagees. Estimated Number of Respondents: 2814. Estimated Number of Responses: 16,237. Frequency of Response: Varies. Average Hours per Response: 0.10 to 0.25 hours. Total Estimated Burden: 3,158. B. Solicitation of Public Comment This notice is soliciting comments from members of the public and affected parties concerning the collection of information described in Section A and more specifically regarding: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) The accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) Ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including the use of appropriate automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. (5) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. HUD encourages interested parties to submit comment in response to these questions. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 C. Authority Section 3507 of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. chapter 35. The public comment period for the notice published on September 5, 2023, closed on November 6, 2023. D. Summary of Utilizing Forms HUD– 92051, Fannie Mae 1004D, or a Letter of Attestation. Comments and HUD Responses: Comment: Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) recommends that HUD give lenders the flexibility to VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:42 Jan 18, 2024 Jkt 262001 utilize either Form 92051 or Fannie Mae’s Form 1004D, or, in certain circumstances a letter of attestation when certifying the completion of construction in the case of new construction properties. HUD Response: HUD appreciates this feedback. HUD also notes that there are multiple options to demonstrate compliance with the required inspections for new construction financing. The form HUD–92051, Compliance Inspection Report is only applicable when the inspection is performed by an ICC certified RCI or CI or a third-party, who is a registered architect, a structural engineer, or a qualified trades person or contractor, and appropriate state-sanctioned inspection form is an alternative to the HUD–92051. Comment: MBA recommends that HUD allow lenders to also utilize attestation letters which would not only bring FHA more in line with the government-sponsored enterprises but would also enhance the experience of FHA borrowers. HUD Response: HUD appreciates this comment and will consider for future policy enhancements. Comment: MBA recommends that HUD discontinue its Mortgagee’s Assurance of Completion Form 92300 due to its redundant nature in certifying necessary repairs or alterations for new construction properties. HUD Response: HUD appreciates this comment and will consider for future policy enhancements. Colette Pollard, Department Reports Management Officer, Office of Policy Development and Research, Chief Data Officer. [FR Doc. 2024–01003 Filed 1–18–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4210–67–P DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT [Docket No. FR–7080–N–04] 30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: FHA-Insured Mortgage Loan Servicing for Performing Loans; MIP Processing, Escrow Administration, Customer Service, Servicing Fees, and 235 Loans, OMB Control No.: 2502–0583 Office of Policy Development and Research, Chief Data Officer, HUD. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: HUD is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. In accordance with the SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comment from all interested parties on the proposed collection of information. The purpose of this notice is to allow for an additional 30 days of public comment. DATES: Comments Due Date: February 20, 2024. ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments regarding this proposal. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/ PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting ‘‘Currently under 30-day Review—Open for Public Comments’’ or by using the search function. Interested persons are also invited to submit comments regarding this proposal and comments should refer to the proposal by name and/or OMB Control Number and should be sent to: Colette Pollard, Clearance Officer, REE, Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th Street SW, Room 8210, Washington, DC 20410–5000; email PaperworkReductionActOffice@ hud.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colette Pollard, Reports Management Officer, REE, Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20410; email Colette.Pollard@hud.gov or telephone (202) 402–3400. This is not a toll-free number. HUD welcomes and is prepared to receive calls from individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as individuals with speech or communication disabilities. To learn more about how to make an accessible telephone call, please visit: https:// www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/ telecommunications-relay-service-trs. Copies of available documents submitted to OMB may be obtained from Ms. Pollard. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice informs the public that HUD is seeking approval from OMB for the information collection described in Section A. The Federal Register notice that solicited public comment on the information collection for a period of 60 days was published on August 30, 2023 at 88 FR 59937. A. Overview of Information Collection Title of Information Collection: FHAInsured Mortgage Loan Servicing for Performing Loans; MIP Processing, Escrow Administration, Customer Services, Servicing Fees, and 235 Loans. OMB Approval Number: 2502–0583. E:\FR\FM\19JAN1.SGM 19JAN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 13 (Friday, January 19, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 3683-3684]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-01003]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

[Docket No. FR-7080-N-03]


30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Compliance 
Inspection Report and Mortgagee's Assurance of Completion; Forms HUD-
92051 and HUD-92300; OMB Control No.: 2502-0189

AGENCY: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Housing--Federal Housing 
Commissioner, HUD.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is 
seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the 
information collection described below. This notice follows a proposed 
notice published on September 5, 2023, requesting comments on the 
renewal of this information collection. In accordance with the 
Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comment from all interested 
parties on the proposed collection of information. The purpose of this 
notice is to allow for 30 days of public comment.

DATES: Comments Due Date: February 20, 2024.

ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments regarding 
this proposal. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed 
information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of 
this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Find this particular 
information collection by selecting ``Currently under 30-day Review--
Open for Public Comments'' or by using the search function. Interested 
persons are also invited to submit comments regarding this proposal and 
comments should refer to the proposal by name and/or OMB Control Number 
and should be sent to: Colette Pollard, Clearance Officer, REE, 
Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th Street SW, Room 
8210, Washington, DC 20410; email: [email protected].

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colette Pollard, Reports Management 
Officer, REE, Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th 
Street SW, Washington, DC 20410; email [email protected] or 
telephone 202-402-3400. This is not a toll-free number. HUD welcomes 
and is prepared to receive calls from individuals who are deaf or hard 
of hearing, as well as individuals with speech and communication 
disabilities. To learn more about how to make an accessible telephone 
call, pleasevisit: https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/telecommunications-relay-service-trs. Copies of available documents 
submitted to OMB may be obtained from Ms. Pollard.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice informs the public that HUD is 
seeking approval from OMB for the information collection described in 
Section A. The Federal Register notice that solicited public comment on 
the information collection for a period of 60 days was published on 
September 5, 2023 at 88 FR 60704.

A. Overview of Information Collection

    Title of Information Collection: Compliance Inspection Report and 
Mortgagee's Assurance of Completion.
    OMB Approval Number: 2502-0189.
    OMB Expiration Date: 01/31/2024.
    Type of Request: Extension of currently approved collection.
    Form Numbers: HUD-92051, HUD-92300.

[[Page 3684]]

    Description of the need for the information and proposed use: 
Accurate and thorough property information is critical to the accuracy 
of underwriting for the mortgage insurance process. This information 
collection is needed to ensure newly built homes financed with FHA-
insured mortgages are constructed in accordance with acceptable 
building standards and that any deficiencies found in newly constructed 
and existing dwellings are corrected.
    Respondents: Mortgagees.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 2814.
    Estimated Number of Responses: 16,237.
    Frequency of Response: Varies.
    Average Hours per Response: 0.10 to 0.25 hours.
    Total Estimated Burden: 3,158.

B. Solicitation of Public Comment

    This notice is soliciting comments from members of the public and 
affected parties concerning the collection of information described in 
Section A and more specifically regarding:
    (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for 
the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including 
whether the information will have practical utility;
    (2) The accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the 
proposed collection of information;
    (3) Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the 
information to be collected; and
    (4) Ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on 
those who are to respond, including the use of appropriate automated 
collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., 
permitting electronic submission of responses.
    (5) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on 
those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection 
techniques or other forms of information technology.
    HUD encourages interested parties to submit comment in response to 
these questions.

C. Authority Section 3507 of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 
U.S.C. chapter 35.

    The public comment period for the notice published on September 5, 
2023, closed on November 6, 2023.

D. Summary of Utilizing Forms HUD-92051, Fannie Mae 1004D, or a Letter 
of Attestation.

    Comments and HUD Responses:
    Comment: Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) recommends that HUD 
give lenders the flexibility to utilize either Form 92051 or Fannie 
Mae's Form 1004D, or, in certain circumstances a letter of attestation 
when certifying the completion of construction in the case of new 
construction properties.
    HUD Response: HUD appreciates this feedback. HUD also notes that 
there are multiple options to demonstrate compliance with the required 
inspections for new construction financing. The form HUD-92051, 
Compliance Inspection Report is only applicable when the inspection is 
performed by an ICC certified RCI or CI or a third-party, who is a 
registered architect, a structural engineer, or a qualified trades 
person or contractor, and appropriate state-sanctioned inspection form 
is an alternative to the HUD-92051.
    Comment: MBA recommends that HUD allow lenders to also utilize 
attestation letters which would not only bring FHA more in line with 
the government-sponsored enterprises but would also enhance the 
experience of FHA borrowers.
    HUD Response: HUD appreciates this comment and will consider for 
future policy enhancements.
    Comment: MBA recommends that HUD discontinue its Mortgagee's 
Assurance of Completion Form 92300 due to its redundant nature in 
certifying necessary repairs or alterations for new construction 
properties.
    HUD Response: HUD appreciates this comment and will consider for 
future policy enhancements.

Colette Pollard,
Department Reports Management Officer, Office of Policy Development and 
Research, Chief Data Officer.
[FR Doc. 2024-01003 Filed 1-18-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4210-67-P


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