You should start the permitting process before you can buy a Mobile Home. Mobile homes, also called manufactured homes, are made just as well as regular houses. They are a cheaper and faster option because they are built and inspected in a factory. The house plans are provided, but the your county and city require much more info before you can get a permit.
What is the Permitting Process for a Mobile Home?
- 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 Mobile Home?
Mobile Home permitting can be daunting on your own. 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.
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We help homeowners permit mobile homes throughout California. We would be happy to help bring your project vision to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does it cost to obtain a permit? – It’s typical to budget between $40k-$50k for project design, consultants, and county/city fees.
- How long does it take to obtain a permit? – Most project are permitted within 4-6 months from start to finish.
- Can I submit for a permit myself? – In short, it is highly unlikely. The county requires a full construction document set, including scaled drawings done in a cad program, along with lots of other technical info.
- Mobile home plans are provided with the home. What is the need for outside help? – Though the floor plan is provided by the dealer, there are many complex elements to site and structural design that require the need for specialized consultants ex. (survey, grading, drainage, erosion control, septic design, home venting, foundation design, utility design, fire access, WUI, Stair design, etc…)
- What value can CCPP offer my project? – CCPP is an expert in mobile home permitting throughout the state of CA. Our goal is to be your project partner and get it permitted both quickly and economically. The team has assisted many homeowners bring their project vision to life. CCPP will guide you from start to finish.
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Tips for a Smooth Project
- Create a budget – Costs for a mobile 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 mobile 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? Are you in a high fire zone? What kind of foundation system do you want? Do you need fire sprinklers? A manufactured home specialist will know how to answer these questions.
Links To Related Info
- HCD: California Manufactured and Mobile Homes – https://www.hcd.ca.gov/manufactured-and-mobilehomes
- Manufactured Home Permit Submittal Requirements – https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Forms-Documents/Building-(Construction)-Forms-and-Documents/Construction-Permit-Application-Package/Manufactured-Home-Permit-Submittal-Requirements.pdf
- SB9 Lot Split Guide – https://www.centralcoastprojectplanning.com/sb9-ca-new-urban-lot-split/
- Is My Property Eligible for SB9? – https://www.centralcoastprojectplanning.com/how-to-check-if-my-property-is-sb9-eligible-slo-county/
Need Help?
We help homeowners permit mobile homes throughout California. We would be happy to help bring your project vision to life.