1. Scope

1.1

This Standard applies to mobile homes or modular units designed to be supported on longitudinal floor beams. Note: For simplicity, the term mobile home is used in the text of this Standard.

1.2 This Standard includes requirements for the following aspects of mobile home installation: (a) site preparation; (b) foundations; (c) anchorage; (d) connection of multiple-section units; and (e) skirting.

1.3 This Standard is intended to be used by installers, inspectors, and owners of mobile homes.

1.4 Foundation systems designed and constructed in accordance with this Standard are considered to be permanent installations.

1.5 The values given in SI (metric) units are the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.