CMHI SPecial Bulletin/Legislative Alert
The "sell through period" for manufactured homes containing Phase I Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) is currently scheduled to expire on June 30, 2012. CMHI is currently working with the Air Resources Board to obtain an extension of the "sell through period" beyonf June 30th.
The emission standard for Phase I MDF is 0.21ppm.
The "sell through period" for homes containing Phase I Thin Medium Density Fiberboard (TMDF) is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2013.
Retailers can verify the status of inventory homes by reading the certification provided by the manufacturer on the home invoice.
CMHI members should review Special Bulletin 2011-02 (on the website under Special Bulletins). Members will also be kept informed by CMHI Special Bulletins as to our progress on securing a Phase I "sell through period" extension for MDF.
Jack E. Wells Award Recipients Reunite to Congratulate Bill Hanks

Top Row-Left to Right: Russ Williamson-2008; Eric Day-2004; Joe Tobey-2005; Gary Barr-2001; Craig Fleming-2002; Bill
Hanks-2010; John Evans-2009; Ed Evans-1990; Bill Nelson-2006; Bob Angel-2007 Bottom Row-Left to Right: Gordon
Collins-1971; Harry Karsten-1994; Sam Riela-2003: Alfia Taylor-2000; Vicky Derieg-1991; Jess Maxcy-1992; Barry Cole-
1999; J. C. Strutzel-1988.
Kevin Reinertson, Code Development & Analysis Division, CAL FIRE – Office of State Fire Marshall and Richard Weinert, Codes and Standards Administrator III, State of California, Department of Housing and Community Development will give a presentation on Fire Sprinklers in Manufactured Housing at the chapter meeting on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at The Sheraton Grand Hotel in Sacramento. Click here for a registration form.
LATEST UPDATES
Fire Sprinkler Systems Title 25, Article 2.5: Sections 4300-4324
Anticipated Effective Dates for New Manufactured Unit and Mobilehome Park Ignition-Resistant Construction Standards
Anticipated Effective Dates for New Manufactured Unit and Mobilehome Park Ignition-Resistant Construction Standards
Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Emergency Regulations 09-01-2008
CA Building Code Chapter 7A
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Website
State of California Office of the State Fire Marshall Website
Proposed Maps
IMPORTANT CONSUMER ADVICE WHEN PURCHASING A MANUFACTURED HOME
The California Department of Housing and Community Development has posted on their website several recommendations and advice for consumers who are considering the purchase of a manufactured home. HCD outlines - who you can buy a manufactured home from, information about internet sales, and many ideas to consider when choosing a home. To read the complete article, click here…