Industry Introduces Vertical Anchorage in Wind Zone I Installations

Starting September 17, 2025, the manufactured housing industry will implement a safety enhancement for homes installed in Wind Zone I. This change is being made to align with the timing of upcoming updates to the HUD Code and will result in alternative foundation designs exceeding HUD Code requirements by including specific uplift protection.

This change reflects the industry’s ongoing commitment to improving the safety and resilience of manufactured homes. While homes built to the HUD Code have consistently demonstrated strong performance in severe weather, this new uplift protection measure adds an additional layer of security for homeowners in Wind Zone I areas.

MHI commends the industry for coming together to recognize that additional vertical anchorage is a meaningful enhancement to storm safety. The manufactured housing industry has a long-standing track record of coming together to improve the performance, efficiency and resilience of our homes, including with respect to severe weather.

Homes built to the HUD Code have proven their improved durability in storms, and the industry continues to analyze performance data and implement innovations that further improve safety and reliability. In keeping with this tradition of proactive improvement, the industry has come together to enhance protections against uplift in Wind Zone I installations. This underscores the industry’s dedication to continuous improvement and homeowner safety.