The collection of the requested
information requires that the sites for HUD insured structures must
be free of termite hazards. Builders certify and guarantee that all
required treatment for termites are performed and there is no
infestation of treated areas for a year. Also, pest control
companies are required to provide a record of any soil treatment
methods used to prevent subterranean termite infestation. The
respondents for this collection are builders, pest control
companies, mortgage lenders and homebuyers.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.