Manufactured Home Permitting

All Mobile Homes, aka Manufactured Homes, are required to be permitted when installed on private land in California. Permits will be issued by your local building department after a formal review and approval of your construction plans. It’s highly recommended that you start the permitting process with the help of a manufactured home specialist before purchasing a home in Atascadero. This will ensure that your new manufactured home is considered real property and in compliance with the local agency.

What is the Permitting Process for a Manufactured Home in Atascadero?

Site Consultation
Conceptual Site Plan (created by Permit Processor)
Consultant Coordination (may include surveyor, soils engineer, civil engineer, manufactured home dealer, etc.)
Project Submittals (Complete Construction Document Plan Set)
Respond to county/city comments
Project Approval! Ready to Build

Do I need help Permitting a Manufactured Home?

It’s a good idea to get help from a professional before buying a manufactured home in Atascadero. A permit processor can plan the project, draft the construction documents in CAD, and handle all the people who need to be involved. They will guide you throughout the entire process. It’s not recommended to attempt permitting yourself unless you are knowledgeable in construction, CAD, and permitting. It’s best to get help from a permit processor at the beginning to make sure everything goes well. It will save you time, stress, and money in the long run.

Need Help?

We help homeowners across in Atascadero and other surrounding areas plan, permit, and create successful projects. Contact us today!

Tips for a Smooth Approval Process

Create a budget – Costs for a manufactured home project are more predictable than traditional construction. Plan ahead before placing a deposit!
Project Due Diligence – Before making any deposit, consult a manufactured home permitting specialist to ensure that your property, whether it’s an ADU or a primary home, can support the new home. in most cases, the construction of manufactured homes is faster than the permit approvals.
Site Analysis – To better predict construction costs and project timelines, it is important to consider the site conditions. How will the home get power? Do you need a septic system? Does your well produce enough water? Do you need fire sprinklers? A manufactured home specialist will know how to answer these questions.