Site prep for placing your mobile home is an important part of the process, but it does not need to be a difficult one. There are a few considerations to keep in mind to help decide which route to go -
Flood Plain - is this home going to be in a flood plain? Not sure, visit the FEMA Flood Map site here for clarification. Some homes may require their base to be elevated a given number of feet (usually 1’-3’) if they are located in a flood zone.
CIty Codes - contact the local municipality to find what their regulations are. Depending on the size of the township or city and the subsequent department, you may get a very prompt answer or may need to send several follow ups. Be persistent; its your right to have their information.
Financing - if bank financing is involved, there may be additional guidance on the type of pad they find acceptable.
Next time, we’ll jump into the kinds of pads, along with their pro’s and con’s.