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MANUFACTURED HOUSING

Includes Mobile and Stationary Housing
CAMPER CAMPER TRAILER CONSTRUCTION FACTORY BUILT HOUSING
HOUSING MANUFACTURED HOMES MANUFACTURED HOUSING MOBILE HOME
MODULAR HOMES MODULAR HOUSING MOTOR HOME MOTOR VEHICLE
PANEL CONSTRUCTION PRE-FAB HOUSING RECREATIONAL VEHICLE RV
SPORT TRUCK CONVERSION TENT CAMPER TRAILERS TRAVEL TRAILER
TRUCK CONVERSION VAN CONVERSION VEHICLE

Federal

U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
Office of Manufactured Housing Programs
451 7th Street S.W.
Washington , DC   20410
(202)708-6409
Fax: (202)708-4213
HUD Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards regulate the construction of certain factory built housing units, called manufactured homes, formerly known as mobile homes. The HUD program also oversees the enforcement of the construction standards through third party inspection agencies and State governments.
The HUD standards cover Body and Frame Requirements, Thermal Protection, Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Fire Safety and other aspects of the home.

Federal

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
999 18th Street, Suite 500
DENVER , CO   80202-2405
(303)312-6940
Fax: (303)312-6961
Mobile housing, RV manufactures, etc. must contact EPA, Air Programs Branch, for information regarding emissions regulations and requirements.

Link:  http://www.epa.gov/oms/

State

Colorado Department of Local Affairs
Division of Housing
1313 Sherman St #518
Denver , CO   80203
(303)866-2033
Factory built (modular) housing, commercial structures, and manufactured homes sold in this state must meet Colorado safety standards. The Colorado Division of Housing inspects these buildings to ensure the health and safety of Colorado residents who purchase these units.
There are 15 Colorado counties without building departments. Hotels, motels, and multifamily homes built in one of these counties are required to be inspected by the Division to ensure that they meet the building standards adopted by the State Housing Board.
Anyone installing manufactured homes must register with the Division of Housing. Registered installers may employ workers who are not registered. Registered installers must provide evidence of a minimum of six (6) months of installation experience or equivalent training and/or experience. Registered Installers must also pass a test administered by the Division of Housing or an assigned testing agency. Must file a surety bond or equivalent and carry $100,000.00 minimum liability insurance.

Link:  http://www.dola.state.co.us/Doh/Documents/Codes/InstallationInfo.htm

State

Colorado Department of Revenue
1375 Sherman St
Denver , CO   80261
(303)238-7378
All product sales, including manufactured housing, are subject to sales tax. If the dealer enters into a single contract to install structure into real estate property, the dealer must pay the tax. In all other situations, the dealer must be licensed and collect the tax from the consumer. See FYI #42, Modular or Sectional Homes.

Link:  http://www.revenue.state.co.us/fyi/html/sales42.html

State

Colorado Department of Revenue
Motor Vehicle Division
1881 Pierce St.
Lakewood , CO   80214
(303)205-5600
Must have Certificate of Title indicating make and model, dates of sale, ID number, trails of liens and encumbrances, and proof of property tax.
New Vehicles must have Statement of Origin (MSO) from manufacturer. Used mobile homes have title only; they do not have MSO’s

State

Colorado Department of Revenue
Motor Vehicle Dealer Board
1881 Pierce St.
Lakewood , CO   80214
(303)205-5600
Fax: (303)205-5977
Motor Vehicle Manufacturer's License refers to pulled, towed or self-propelled vehicles which have an MSO and are licensed and titled. (e.g. campers, RV's, motor home)
If over 32 feet long or 8 feet wide it is considered a MOBILE HOUSE and this section does not apply. See Division of Housing information above.
If manufacturer sells product in Colorado (regardless of where the manufacturer is located) this license is required.
Application fee $300 License fee $300
If manufacturer/distributor is not licensed, county clerk will reject MSO's when processing title papers for purchaser of that manufacturer's vehicle
Must supply Manufacturer's Statements of Origin to dealers/retail outlets.
NOTE:  If extending credit to consumer, see FINANCE COMPANY
NOTE:  See MANUFACTURING regarding applicable environmental regulations.
NOTE:  See MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER
NOTE:  If transporting on oversize trucks, see PILOT CAR SERVICE

page last updated 9/21/05

The Colorado Revised Statutes are available on line at http://198.187.128.12/colorado/lpext.dll?f=templates&fn=fs-main.htm&2.0. You can locate a statute of interest by searching either on the citation given in the database (e.g., 18-5-307) or on a keyword or phrase.

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