VA Form 26-1852 at a glance
What it is: VA Form 26-1852 is a Description of Materials, marked Proposed Construction or Under Construction.
Who signs: The builder and/or the proposed purchaser signs, if the latter is known at the time of application. Please sign in ink and enter the Date (MM/DD/YYYY).
A filled-in VA Form 26-1852 example: a builder describes a new house
How to fill out VA Form 26-1852, box by box
Proposed construction or under construction
Mark Proposed Construction or Under Construction, then enter the Case No., the Property Address (Include City and State), the Name and Address of Lender or Sponsor, and the Name and Address of Contractor or Builder.
Describing materials and equipment
Describe all materials and equipment to be used, whether or not shown on the drawings, by marking an X in each appropriate check-box and entering the information called for each space. If space is inadequate, enter "See misc." and describe under item 27 or on an attached sheet. The use of paint containing more than the percentage of lead by weight permitted by law is prohibited. For additional information on how this form is to be submitted, number of copies, etc., see the instructions in the VA Lender's Handbook.
Work not specifically described or shown will not be considered unless required, then the minimum acceptable will be assumed. Work exceeding minimum requirements cannot be considered unless specifically described.
Include no alternates, "or equal" phrases, or contradictory items. Consideration of a request for acceptance of substitute materials or equipment is not thereby precluded.
The construction shall be completed in compliance with the related drawings and specifications, as amended during processing.
Signatures required at the end of this form
Include signatures required at the end of this form.
More rules for VA Form 26-1852
Under item 7, Subflooring, describe underflooring for special floors under item 21.
Under item 8, Finish Flooring, describe wood only; describe other finish flooring under item 21.
Under 21, Special Floors and Wainscot, describe Carpet as listed in Certified Products Directory.
Under item 27, Miscellaneous, describe any main dwelling materials, equipment, or construction items not shown elsewhere, or use it to provide additional information where the space provided was inadequate. Always reference by item number to correspond to numbering used on this form.
Under Special Equipment, state material or make, model and quantity. Include only equipment and appliances which are acceptable by local and Federal law. Do not include items which, by established custom, are supplied by occupant and removed when he vacates premises or chattels prohibited by law from becoming realty.
Under Other Onsite Improvements, specify all exterior onsite improvements not described elsewhere, including items such as unusual grading, drainage structures, retaining walls, fence, railings, and accessory structures.
Retain this record for three years.
Sources
[1] VA Form 26-1852 (MAY 2024), Description of Materials, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (the Official source link on this page).
