[Code 1974, § 104-1]
The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this article,
shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where
the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Effective width shall be used to determine the width of all
lots bounded by side lot lines not perpendicular to the street line.
To determine the effective width of a lot, a line shall be drawn at
right angles to the side lot line having the greatest divergence from
perpendicular to the street line, so that it extends through the midpoint
of the minimum required setback line from the street. The length of
this line shall be the effective lot width.
The state commissioner of public health.
The full-time administrative officer of an approved city,
county, or district board or department of health.
A written license issued by the commissioner of the state
department of public health, allowing a person to operate and maintain
a mobile home park under the provisions of this article and regulations
issued under this article.
A movable or portable dwelling of 35 feet or more in length
which is constructed to be towed on its own chassis, is capable of
being connected to public utilities, and is designed for a year around
living as a single-family dwelling unit without the necessity for
a permanent foundation. The term "mobile home" shall not include pickup
campers, travel trailers, converted buses, or tent trailers.
A parcel of land for the placement of a single living unit
and the exclusive use of its occupants within a licensed mobile home
park.
A parcel of land which has been planned and improved for
the placement of mobile homes as defined in this section.
That part of an individual lot which has been reserved for
the placement of the mobile home, appurtenant structures or additions.
A written permit issued by the state department of public
health, permitting the construction, alterations, or extension of
a mobile home park under the provisions of the Mobile Home Commission
Act (MCL § 125.2301 et seq.).
A structure housing laundry facilities or storage facilities
and such other facilities as may be required by this article.
A written permit issued by the Township Planning Commission, permitting the construction, alteration, or extension of a mobile home park under the provisions of Chapter 86 of this Code.
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Cross reference: Definitions generally, § 1-2.
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[Code 1974, § 104-2(A)—(C)]
(a)
It shall be unlawful for any person to construct, alter, or extend any mobile home park within the limits of Township unless such activity complies with the terms of this article and unless such person holds a valid special use permit issued by the Township Planning Commission in accordance with Chapter 86 of this Code.
(b)
No mobile home parks will be constructed, altered, or extended until
a construction permit has been issued by the state department of public
health in accordance with the provisions of the Mobile Home Commission
Act (MCL § 125.2301 et seq.).
(c)
No permit for occupying any completed mobile dwelling unit site shall
be granted until all basic elements (utilities, parking, access, streets,
curbs, walkways) and all appurtenances (landscaping, recreation areas,
swimming pools) indicated on the approved plan have been inspected
and approved or a performance bond equal to the estimated cost of
these items has been posted. In all mobile home parks where less than
75 sites are planned, all sites shall be prepared and approved for
use prior to human occupancy of any site. In all mobile home parks
where more than 75 sites are planned, at least 75 sites or 35% of
the total number of sites planned, whichever is greater, shall be
prepared and approved for use prior to human occupancy of any site.
(d)
No person shall maintain, conduct, or operate a mobile home park
without an annual license from the state department of public health.
[Code 1974, § 104-2(D)]
(a)
The Health Officer or Chief Building Inspector may make an inspection
of all construction at any reasonable time to determine whether the
work is being done according to the approved plans and specifications.
The park owner shall make available any records, test data, or other
information essential to the determination.
(b)
The Zoning Administrator shall be charged with enforcing this article
and any other applicable regulations as stated in the special use
permit.
[Code 1974, § 104-5(A)]
Garbage and rubbish shall be disposed of in a manner approved
by the Health Officer and in a manner designed not to create a nuisance
or a menace to health. All refuse and garbage shall be collected at
least once weekly. Where suitable collection service is not available
from municipal or private agencies, the mobile home park operator
shall provide this service. If provided, refuse incinerators shall
be constructed in accordance with engineering plans and specification
which shall be reviewed and approved by the building department and
the Fire Department.
[Code 1974, § 104-5(B)]
(a)
Parks shall be maintained free of accumulations of debris which may
provide rodent harborage or breeding places for flies, mosquitoes,
and other pests.
(b)
Construction materials storage areas for the park shall be so maintained
so as to prevent rodent harborage. Lumber, pine, and other building
materials shall be stored within a structure of fenced-in storage
area.
(c)
Storage of any flammable materials under any mobile home shall be
prohibited.
(d)
The growth of brush, weeds, and grass shall be controlled by the
owner or operator of the park.
