# 24 C.F.R. § 3280.205 (2026): Carpeting

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T24_P3280_S3280_205

## Section

- **Citation:** 24 C.F.R. § 3280.205 (2026)
- **Heading:** Carpeting
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 24 CFR: Housing and Urban Development / Chapter XX: OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR HOUSING—FEDERAL HOUSING COMMISSIONER, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT / Part 3280: MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY STANDARDS / Subpart C: Fire Safety / § 3280.205: § 3280.205   Carpeting.

## Text

Carpeting shall not be used in a space or compartment designed to contain only a furnace and/or water heater. Carpeting may be used in other areas where a furnace or water heater is installed, provided that it is not located under the furnace or water heater.

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