Manufactured homes

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A prefabricated home that is built and assembled in a factory before being transported to the lot.

Types of Manufactured Homes: Understanding the various types of manufactured homes and their features, such as single-wide, double-wide, triple-wide, modular homes, and park homes.
Manufactured Home Construction: The materials and methods used in the construction of manufactured homes, including the building process, site preparation, and installation procedures.
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: The measures taken to ensure energy efficiency and sustainability in manufactured homes, including the use of materials and appliances that minimize energy use and water consumption.
Permitting and Zoning: The regulatory environment surrounding the placement of manufactured homes, including zoning and permitting requirements, building codes, and regulations that govern manufactured home installation.
Financing and Insurance: Financing options available for manufactured home buyers, as well as the types of insurance coverage available for manufactured homes.
Maintenance and Repairs: The regular maintenance and repair requirements for manufactured homes, as well as how to identify and address issues such as roof leaks, plumbing problems, and foundation settling.
Manufactured Home Communities: The different types of manufactured home communities, including those with resident-owned homes, those that are managed by third-party operators, and mobile home parks.
Transportation and Set-up: Understanding how manufactured homes are transported from the factory to the site, and the set-up and installation process necessary to prepare the home for occupancy.
Resale and Value: Factors that affect the resale value of manufactured homes, including location, age, condition, and the reputation of the manufacturer.
Land Ownership and Leasing: The different types of land ownership and leasing arrangements available for owners of manufactured homes, including leased land, owned land, and community-owned land.
Single-Wide Homes: These are manufactured homes having a narrow floor width of about 14 to 16 feet with a length up to 80 feet. Single-Wide homes are the smallest and the most affordable manufactured homes.
Double-Wide Homes: These are larger homes that can be as wide as 24 feet wide and up to 90 feet long. They are made of two separate sections and assembled on-site.
Triple-Wide Homes: These are larger than double-wide manufactured homes with three separate sections that are then assembled on-site to create one home.
Modular Homes: Modular homes are custom-built homes that are made in sections in a factory and then assembled on-site.
Park Model Homes: Park Model Homes are smaller homes that can be towed and placed on a small lot. They are also known as recreational vehicles.
Container Homes: Container homes are made by converting shipping containers into livable homes. They can be stylish, affordable, and environmentally friendly.
Manufactured Homes with Basements: These are homes that are built on a foundation with a full basement. Basements can be used for storage, living space, or a recreational area.
Tiny Homes: Tiny homes are small, portable homes that are eco-friendly and affordable. They are perfect for people who want to downsize or live a more minimalist lifestyle.
Panelized Homes: Panelized homes are pre-built homes that are made in sections in a factory and then assembled on-site. They are similar to modular homes but are built in panels rather than fully finished sections.
Cottage Homes: Cottage homes are small, cozy homes that are perfect for vacation homes or starter homes. They are designed to be charming and often feature a front porch or verandah.
- "Manufactured housing (commonly known as mobile homes in the United States)..."
- "Manufactured housing...is largely assembled in factories..."
- "...then transported to sites of use."
- "The definition of the term in the United States is regulated by federal law (Code of Federal Regulations, 24 CFR 3280)..."
- "Manufactured homes are built as dwelling units of at least 320 square feet (30 m2) in size..."
- "...with a permanent chassis to assure the initial and continued transportability of the home."
- "The requirement to have a wheeled chassis permanently attached differentiates 'manufactured housing' from other types of prefabricated homes..."
- "Manufactured homes are built as dwelling units of at least 320 square feet (30 m2) in size..."
- "The definition of the term in the United States is regulated by federal law (Code of Federal Regulations, 24 CFR 3280)..."
- "...to assure the initial and continued transportability of the home."
- "The requirement to have a wheeled chassis permanently attached differentiates 'manufactured housing' from other types of prefabricated homes..."
- "Manufactured homes are built as dwelling units of at least 320 square feet (30 m2) in size..."
- "The definition of the term in the United States is regulated by federal law (Code of Federal Regulations, 24 CFR 3280)..."
- "Manufactured housing (commonly known as mobile homes in the United States)..."
- "Manufactured housing...is largely assembled in factories..."
- "...then transported to sites of use."
- "...to assure the initial and continued transportability of the home."
- "The requirement to have a wheeled chassis permanently attached differentiates 'manufactured housing' from other types of prefabricated homes, such as modular homes."
- "Manufactured homes are built as dwelling units of at least 320 square feet (30 m2) in size..."
- "The definition of the term in the United States is regulated by federal law (Code of Federal Regulations, 24 CFR 3280)..."