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Manufactured Homes and HUD Standards

While manufactured homes used to be called “mobile homes,” the term shifted to “manufactured” in 1976 with the passing of the National Mobile Home Construction and Safety Act, also called the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards or the HUD code. The act was passed to ensure the safety and quality of manufactured homes.

HUD’s manufacturing and safety standards require that manufactured homes contain a certification label or HUD Tag, which ensures that it meets body and frame requirements, thermal protection, plumbing, electrical, fire safety and other HUD code standards.

Taken from ~ Manufactured Home Description

Today's Manufactured Homes are Energy Efficient

Today's manufactured homes are significantly more energy efficient, often meeting or exceeding ENERGY STAR® standards, thanks to stricter HUD Code updates and Department of Energy (DOE) guidelines for better insulation, efficient windows, modern HVAC systems, and sealed ductwork, making them comparable to site-built homes and offering substantial utility savings. Key features include double-pane windows, enhanced insulation, smart thermostats, and efficient appliances, leading to reduced energy bills and a smaller environmental footprint. 

Taken from ~ Energy Efficient Manufactured Homes 

Factory Built Housing Trends

The U.S. housing market enters 2026 at a critical turning point. After years of rising construction costs, tightening credit, and persistent underbuilding, communities nationwide are facing a severe shortage of attainable homes. Factory-built housing – encompassing modular, HUD Code manufactured homes – has evolved from niche to necessary. They’re increasingly recognized as one of the most scalable, cost-stable, and energy-efficient solutions available.

In 2025, the factory-built housing sector gained momentum despite uncertainty over interest rates and lingering supply chain challenges. Developers, lenders, and policymakers began to converge on a shared understanding: modern factory-built construction isn’t just an affordable alternative; it’s a pathway to increasing supply, improving energy performance, accelerating development timelines, and expanding access to homeownership. As we approach 2026, several trends are poised to significantly reshape the industry’s trajectory.

Taken from ~ Factory Built Housing Trends