INSTALLATION PERMITS
Installation Permit Application Submittal Instructions
For detailed instructions on how to submit a permit application, refer to the tabs listed below.
The Arizona Department of Housing’s purpose is to maintain standards of quality and safety for manufactured homes, factory-built buildings, mobile homes, and accessory structures, including, but not limited to, inspection of new installations for all mobile homes and manufactured homes and enforcement of installation standards based on building codes and foundations plans.
Notices
03-01-2016 - Installation Memorandum
10-13-2015 - Installation Memorandum, effective November 15, 2015
02-18-2014 - Marriage Line Column Support Memorandum
09-10-2013 - Installation Code Clarification Update, effective September 15, 2013
08-15-2013 - IMPORTANT Installation Code Clarification, 30-day notice to enforce existing codes and installation requirements, effective September 15, 2013
05-04-2012 - UPDATED CODES, effective June 4, 2012
03-01-2012 - Installation Memorandum, effective March 1, 2012 - Gas testing, wall securement, steps/decks and skirting installation requirements clarification.
Installation Inspection Request Information
Once the permit has been issued from the Department, inspections are required to ensure the installation meets safety and code requirements. Below is the link with instructions for scheduling inspection:
Instructions for Scheduling Inspection
Installation Inspector Contact Information
Installation Inspectors are generally available between the following hours:
Summer hours: 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Winter hours: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Please note that, at times, Inspectors are not immediately available to answer your call as they may be out of cell phone range or actively working on an inspection. Please leave a brief/detailed telephone message, or choose one of the following alternatives:
Email Us at: [email protected]
Please check our Frequently Asked Questions: FAQ for Installations
The Factory Built Building Installation Permit may be issued through the Department or by the local authority having jurisdiction. To determine if an installation is in a jurisdiction that has an Inspection Service Agreement (ISA).
The Following Items are Required Before Applying
- Factory built building installation plan approval must be submitted and approved by the Department. Visit our Plan Review page for process and fee information.
- A licensed Installer and/or Contractor with a valid license and the appropriate license classification to perform all work related to the installation, which includes utility connections and all attached accessory structures, is required. Select the link below for a list of licensees and license classification descriptions:
Arizona Department of Housing Installer
ADOH Installer License Classification Description
Registrar of Contractor
ROC license classification description
Application Submittal Instructions
Factory Built Building Installation Permit Application may be submitted by mail or over the counter. Below are links with instructions for submitting the Permit Application:
To submit online:
Permit Applications can be submitted through the online e-licensing solution.
To submit by mail or over the counter, select the following form and instructions:
The Office of Manufactured Housing Division no longer accepts applications by mail or over the counter.
The Department shall issue or deny a permit within seven business days from the date the application is received in accordance with R4-34-801.B.
Factory Built Building Installation Permit must be displayed in a conspicuous location on the building.
Permit Expires 6 Months from the Date of Issuance
All permits, except special use permits, expire 6 months from the date the permit is issued. The Department must receive extension requests before the expiration date. Below are the links with instructions for completing and submitting the request form:
Application for Six Month Extension on Installation Permit
Instructions for requesting an extension on Installation Permit
Scheduling Installation Inspection Instructions
Once the permit has been issued from the Department, inspections are required to ensure the installation meets safety and code requirements. Below is the link with instructions for scheduling inspection:
Instructions for Scheduling Inspection
Making Changes or Modifications to an Existing Installation Permit
To make a change or modification to an existing permit, the applicant can log into their e-Licensing portal account, perform the necessary changes, and pay the administrative function fee per item changed.
Refer to Fee Schedule for Administrative Function Fee cost per item.
The Manufactured Home Installation Permit may be issued through the Department or by the local authority having jurisdiction. To determine if an installation is in a jurisdiction that has an Inspection Service Agreement (ISA).
Items Required Before Applying for Permit
- If the home was manufactured before June 15, 1976:
- Verify with the local authority having jurisdiction if there is an ordinance specific to pre-1976 mobile homes.
- Arizona law requires that “A person shall not occupy or otherwise use a mobile home which was been brought into this state or move a mobile home from one mobile home park in this state to another mobile home park in this state unless it meets the standards pursuant to this chapter and displays the proper state Rehabilitation Certificate" (A.R.S.§41-4048,C).
- Link to: REHABILITATION PERMIT INFORMATION
- Planning & Zoning Permit from the local authority having jurisdiction.
- If the proposed installation is in a designated flood plain area, applicant must obtain flood zone site specific plan approval from the Department.
- Link to: FLOOD PLAIN INSTALLATION
- A licensed Installer and/or Contractor with a valid license and the appropriate license classification to perform all work related to the installation, which includes utility connections and all attached accessory structures, is required. Select the link below for a list of licensees and license classification descriptions:
Arizona Department of Housing Installer
ADOH Installer License Classification Description
Registrar of Contractor
ROC License Classification Description
Application Submittal Instructions
The Manufactured Home Installation Permit must be submitted online through the E-Licensing solution portal. The Department no longer accepts applications by mail or over the counter.
Instructions for submitting the Manufactured Home Installation Permit
Permit Application and Permit Management
The Department shall issue or deny a permit within seven business days from the date the application is received in accordance with R4-34-801.B.
Manufactured Home Installation Permit must be displayed in a conspicuous location on the home.
Permit Expires 6 Months from the Date of Issuance
All permits except special use permits expire 6 months from the date the permit is issued. Extension requests and payments must be submitted to the Department the expiration date.
Instructions for requesting an extension on Installation Permit
Refer to the Office of Manufactured Housing Division Helpful Links Fee Schedule for the 6-month extension request cost.
Scheduling Installation Inspection Instructions
Once the permit has been issued from the Department, inspections are required to ensure the installation meets safety and code requirements.
Instructions for scheduling inspection
Making Changes or Modifications to an Existing Installation Permit
To change or modify an existing permit, the applicant can log into their e-Licensing portal account, perform the necessary changes, and pay the administrative function fee per item changed.
Refer to Office of Manufactured Housing's Helpful Links Fee Schedule for Administrative Function Fee cost.
Application Submittal Instructions
A special-use permit for an FBB used for an event of 45 days or less shall be obtained from the Department. The special-use permit expires 45 days from the date of issuance. The holder of a special-use permit shall remove the FBB from the site when the permit expires. (R4-34-707.K.)
Instructions for submitting the Special Use Installation Permit
The Office of Manufactured Housing Division no longer accepts applications by mail or over the counter.
The Department shall issue or deny a permit within seven business days from the date the application is received in accordance with R4-34-801.B.
Special Event Installation Permit must be displayed in a conspicuous location on the building.
Scheduling Installation Inspection Instructions
Once the permit has been issued from the Department, inspections are required to ensure the installation meets safety and code requirements. Below is the link with instructions for scheduling inspection:
Instructions for Scheduling Inspection
Making Changes or Modifications to an Existing Installation Permit
To make a change or modification to an existing permit, the applicant can log into their e-Licensing portal account, perform the necessary changes, and pay the administrative function fee per item changed.