Notice2023-03269
Exhibitors Sought for Innovative Housing Showcase
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Published
February 16, 2023
Issuing agencies
Housing and Urban Development Department
Abstract
HUD, in collaboration with other organizations, will present the Innovative Housing Showcase in June 2023 on the National Mall in Washington, DC. The Innovative Housing Showcase (Showcase) is a public event to raise awareness of innovative housing designs and technologies that have the potential to increase housing supply, lower the cost of construction, and/or reduce housing expenses for owners and renters. HUD is especially interested in innovative housing designs and technologies that, in addition to reducing costs and expenses for builders, owners and renters, can expand affordable, accessible, and healthy housing options for low- and moderate-income households; support aging in place; improve climate mitigation and resilience and disaster recovery; and/or increase energy efficiency and support decarbonization in the housing sector. HUD is seeking exhibitors to showcase innovations, and this notice solicits affirmations of interest from parties that would like to be considered for participation in the Innovative Housing Showcase.
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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 32 (Thursday, February 16, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Pages 10143-10145]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2023-03269]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
[Docket No. FR-6377-N-01]
Exhibitors Sought for Innovative Housing Showcase
AGENCY: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and
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Research, Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
ACTION: Notice.
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SUMMARY: HUD, in collaboration with other organizations, will present
the Innovative Housing Showcase in June 2023 on the National Mall in
Washington, DC. The Innovative Housing Showcase (Showcase) is a public
event to raise awareness of innovative housing designs and technologies
that have the potential to increase housing supply, lower the cost of
construction, and/or reduce housing expenses for owners and renters.
HUD is especially interested in innovative housing designs and
technologies that, in addition to reducing costs and expenses for
builders, owners and renters, can expand affordable, accessible, and
healthy housing options for low- and moderate-income households;
support aging in place; improve climate mitigation and resilience and
disaster recovery; and/or increase energy efficiency and support
decarbonization in the housing sector. HUD is seeking exhibitors to
showcase innovations, and this notice solicits affirmations of interest
from parties that would like to be considered for participation in the
Innovative Housing Showcase.
DATES: All affirmations of interest must be received no later than
March 15, 2023.
ADDRESSES: Affirmations of interest must be in writing and submitted
via email to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#a5cdcad0d6cccbc2d6cdcad2c6c4d6c0e5cdd0c18bc2cad3"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="6b03041e1802050c1803041c080a180e2b031e0f450c041d">[email protected]</span></a>. Individuals who do not have
internet access may submit affirmations of interest to the Office of
Policy Development and Research, Affordable Housing Research and
Technology, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th
Street SW, Room 8134, Washington, DC 20410.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael Blanford, Research Engineer,
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Policy
Development and Research, 451 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20410,
telephone number 202-402-5728 (this is not a toll-free number). HUD
welcomes and is prepared to receive calls from individuals who are deaf
or hard of hearing, as well as individuals with speech and
communication disabilities. To learn more about how to make an
accessible telephone call, please visit: <a href="https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/telecommunications-relay-service-trs">https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/telecommunications-relay-service-trs</a>. Individuals with questions
may also email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#4b23243e3822252c3823243c282a382e0b233e2f652c243d"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="0e66617b7d6760697d6661796d6f7d6b4e667b6a20696178">[email protected]</span></a> and in the subject line write
``2023 Showcase Questions.''
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
This year will be the third time HUD has hosted the Showcase on the
National Mall, having done so in 2019 and 2022. Prior Showcases were
attended by several thousand members of the public, as well as housing
practitioners and government leaders, and received coverage in both
popular media and trade press. Given HUD's mission to create ``quality,
affordable homes for all,'' this event offers a unique opportunity to
highlight innovative housing designs and technologies that can improve
quality and deepen affordability for leaders in the housing sector,
from policymakers and planners to funders, architects and builders.
The National Mall is a landscaped Park that is always open to the
public, which brings certain expectations when presenting housing
innovations on a large scale. Exhibitors are responsible for complying
with all National Park Service rules and regulations as identified in
the NPS Event Planning Guide (<a href="https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/management/event-planning-guide.htm">https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/management/event-planning-guide.htm</a>). As the National Mall is part of
the National Park System, there is no review or permit required to meet
building codes within the District of Columbia; however, the NPS may
require a review for Fire and Life Safety Requirements by NPS
representatives.
Approach to the National Mall involves DC streets or interstate
highways, local and federal restrictions pertaining to weight, and
compliance with width of load and height restrictions. There are two
primary DC routes approaching the National Mall that can accommodate
13'6'' clearance. Showcase Management will advance the arrival and
departure routes as well as the set-up and tear-down schedule to each
exhibitor.
II. Showcase Information and Exhibit Requirements
Showcase management is overseen by HUD and HUD-designated entities
responsible for Showcase planning and event logistics. The Innovative
Housing Showcase host exhibits in three primary categories:
<bullet> Tabletop Displays--these displays are typically housed in
an individual tent or space within a larger tent.
<bullet> On-Ground Exhibit--these displays may showcase a
particular technology or method of construction within the given
footprint that is too large for a tabletop and cannot be entered.
<bullet> Enterable Exhibit--these displays may involve a structure
that showcases a technology or method of construction that can be
entered by the public present at the showcase site.
Each exhibit should be positioned and equipped to allow persons who
have mobility restrictions to approach the threshold of an enterable
exhibit. Showcase Management will provide a list of contractors that
are prepared to provide ADA compliant ramps for Enterable exhibits.
The Showcase Management will review the public facing branding of
each exhibit and can provide advice and direction to remain compliant
with the NPS guidelines.
Exhibits must be presented in a manner that can sustain a 30-mph
wind and should not exceed 45' in height. HUD will make available the
use of a crane or forklifts for installation. Typically, the crane
provided has a 20-ton capacity and will be apportioned to accommodate
the needs of all exhibitors. Exhibits that exceed 400 sq ft will
require the NPS review of floor plans and engineering to establish an
occupancy load as well as any ballast that may be required to satisfy
the wind load guidelines.
To maintain adequate pathways for the public to traverse between
monuments and museums that are adjacent to the event site, exhibit
areas are apportioned based on individual footprints that do not exceed
30' in depth and are generally 60' to 80' in width. Exhibits will be
delivered by truck and placed on the gravel walkways of the National
Mall. The National Mall, also considered ``America's Front Yard,'' is
managed by the National Park Service (NPS) and the NPS has requirements
for events to protect the public and the Mall. Exhibitors shall comply
with all NPS rules and requirements.
For each exhibit type, HUD provides a standard tent with side
walls, tables, and chairs as well as a sign identifying the Exhibitor.
The sign includes the exhibitor's brand and features the event brand
consistent with the NPS guidelines. Showcase Management will also
provide electricity for each exhibit whether Tabletop, On-Ground or
Enterable.
Exhibitors are responsible for their own expenses, personnel, and
resources. Exhibitors will bear the cost to manufacture the exhibit,
deliver and remove the exhibit from the Showcase Site, and staff the
exhibit during the run of show. HUD will not provide any funding to
exhibitors. HUD will provide support to manage the event.
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III. Affirmations of Interest of Potential Exhibitors
HUD is interested in housing designs and technologies that have the
potential to increase supply and, lower the cost of construction, and/
or reduce housing expenses for owners and renters. This could include
designs that reduce building footprints, like Accessory Dwelling Units
and multi-unit manufactured and modular housing, or that impact on-site
construction efficiency, like three dimensional (3D) printing and
panelization. HUD is especially interested in innovative housing
designs and technologies that, in addition to reducing costs and
expenses for builders, owners and renters, can expand affordable,
accessible and healthy housing options for low- and moderate-income
households; support aging in place; improve climate mitigation and
resilience and disaster recovery; and/or increase energy efficiency and
support decarbonization in the housing sector. Potential exhibits could
range from tabletop displays to on-ground exhibits to enterable homes.
Interested potential exhibitors should submit via the methods
discussed previously in this notice an affirmation of interest
containing the following information: the name and contact information
for the organization and a statement that the organization is
interested in participating as a potential exhibitor in the Showcase.
HUD will select exhibitors that align with the above themes and
areas of focus, particularly affordability, as well as other
considerations such as novelty, housing quality, and overall
composition. For the sake of visitor engagement, HUD will prioritize
exhibits that can be displayed in person or through visually
interesting presentations. Other factors that may impact exhibitor
selection include National Mall site limitations and potential expense
to HUD (e.g., crane time).
Solomon J. Greene,
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and
Research.
[FR Doc. 2023-03269 Filed 2-15-23; 8:45 am]
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