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NAHB Challenges HUD Report on Accessibility Safe Harbor

NAHB is taking the lead to challenge concerns by the Department of Housing and Urban Development that have made the agency reluctant to endorse the 2003 International Building Code as a safe harbor code for compliance with Fair Housing accessibility requirements.

In formal comments submitted to HUD, NAHB has said those concerns are unfounded and it is urging the agency to move forward with the safe harbor endorsement without delay.

In the event that the agency remains unpersuaded, NAHB has also submitted 13 code change proposals for amending the IBC in accordance with HUD’s report.

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In addition, in resolving this matter NAHB will take advantage of its formal accord with HUD in addressing Fair Housing accessibility compliance, including safe harbor endorsements of building codes. NAHB is the only organization representing multifamily builders to have such an agreement with HUD, in recognition of the leading role the association plays in assisting multifamily builders in their efforts to comply with Fair Housing Act requirements.

Comments to HUD were submitted on Sept. 7, and NAHB met with HUD to discuss the report on Sept. 9.

For additional information, e-mail Jeff Inks at NAHB, or call him at 800-368-5242 x8547.
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