Reducing Regulatory Burden; Retrospective Review Under E.O. 13563

Publication Date: March 2, 2011

Summary: In accordance with Executive Order 13563, ‘‘Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review,’’ HUD is reviewing its existing regulations to evaluate  their continued effectiveness in addressing circumstances for which the regulations were promulgated. As part of this review, HUD invites public comments to assist  in the development of a plan for periodically analyzing existing significant regulations to determine whether they should be modified, streamlined, expanded, or  repealed. HUD also seeks comment to identify specific current regulations that may be outdated, ineffective, or excessively burdensome. The purpose of this regulatory review is to make the Department’s regulations more effective and less burdensome in achieving HUD’s mission to create strong, sustainable,  inclusive communities, and quality affordable homes for all.

Comment Due Date: May 2, 2011.

View the Request for Information here.