(a)
Applicability of restrictions of record and other ordinances.
In any event, notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, all mobile homes are subject to restrictions of record in the office of the county clerk relating to the property. The building official shall not be responsible for the enforcement of restrictions of record. All mobile homes must comply with all requirements of all relevant portions of the city code.
(b)
Development standards.
Any mobile home space or lot developed after July 28, 1981 shall be constructed and utilized in accordance with the following minimum standards:
(1)
Setback requirements.
Any mobile home may be located upon any lot or space other than a lot or space located within the designated fire district, provided that the mobile home is of size that can meet the following setback requirements:
(A)
Minimum front setback.
The minimum distance from the nearest corner of a mobile home to the front space line shall be 20 feet.
(B)
Minimum rear setback.
The minimum distance from the nearest corner of a mobile home to the rear space line shall be ten feet.
(C)
Minimum side setback.
The minimum distance from the nearest corner of a mobile home to the side space lines shall be ten feet, provided that on a corner space, any mobile home on the corner space shall be set back a minimum distance of ten feet from the side space line, but in no case shall a mobile home be located less than 20 feet from the street edge.
(2)
Separation requirements.
In addition to the setback requirements, all mobile homes shall meet the following required separations:
(A)
Every mobile home shall have at least one bounding space line adjacent and connecting to a public or private right-of-way and 100% of the adjacent and connecting space line shall provide access to the mobile home.
(B)
There shall be at least 20 feet of unobstructed clearance between mobile homes.
(C)
There shall be at least 15 feet of unobstructed clearance between a mobile home and any building or structure or a portion thereof.
(D)
There shall be at least ten feet of unobstructed clearance between a mobile home and any building or structure or a portion thereof, provided that:
(i)
The building or structure is located within the same lot or space lines;
(ii)
An unobstructed radius of 15 feet is maintained from any opening such as doors, windows, or vents located on the mobile home and building or structure; and
(iii)
The building or structure is in compliance with the building requirements of the city code.
(3)
General provisions and requirements.
(A)
Accessory buildings and structures.
All accessory buildings, carports, fences, sidewalks, patios, and patio covers shall be in conformance with the building requirements of the city code.
(B)
Additions to mobile home.
An addition to a mobile home may be permitted, provided that the addition becomes a permanent fixture to the mobile home and complies with all building requirements of the city code.
(C)
Off-street parking spaces.
At least two off-street parking places shall be required per mobile home, and each such parking space shall be at least ten feet by 20 feet in size.
(4)
Connection to utilities.
Necessary connection to utilities shall be made in conformance with the applicable standards of the city as set forth in the ordinances of the city and in the city code and shall be subject to approval by the building official. Occupancy of a mobile home shall not be permitted prior to the mobile home having passed all city inspections regarding utility hookups and placement.
(5)
Electrical and gas distribution systems.
All electrical and gas distribution systems shall be installed in accordance with the city plumbing and electrical codes.
(6)
Additional electrical requirements.
In addition to any requirements of the existing city code, it shall be required that:
(A)
100 amp main disconnect be utilized;
(B)
All conduits be one inch minimum size with three no. 4 copper wires;
(C)
Electrical meter be five feet six inches minimum height and seven feet maximum height measured from ground level;
(D)
Breaker be installed under the electrical meter with breakers or fuses to be minimum 100 amp rating;
(E)
Ground wires be no. 6 copper wires attached to ground rod;
(F)
All wires be protected in the chassis of the mobile home or conduit from disconnect to ground. Ground wire is to be buried a minimum of 24 inches in depth from the utility pole to the mobile home;
(G)
All electrical work shall be done by a licensed master electrician or by the homeowner.
(7)
Water supply and sewage system.
Connection must be made to the public water supply and sewer system. The water supply and sewer system of the mobile home park shall be connected by approved methods and materials. The building official will approve types of materials and methods for installation, and the approval shall be obtained before connection.
(8)
Refuse and garbage handling.
Refuse shall be placed in containers provided by the city sanitation department, and convenient locations shall be provided for easy access of both patrons and the sanitation equipment.
(9)
Drainage.
The ground surface in all parts of a mobile home space shall be graded and equipped to drain all surface water in a safe and efficient manner from the mobile home space.
(10)
Tie-down and foundation blocking standards.
All mobile homes, whether on individual lots, in mobile home parks, or in mobile home subdivisions, shall conform to the standards and regulations for mobile home tie-down and foundation blocking as outlined in the building code adopted in section 4.02.001, as amended, and the rules and regulations promulgated pursuant thereto by the state department of housing and community affairs, if applicable.
(Ordinance 418 adopted 7/28/81; Ordinance 83-454 adopted 7/12/83; 1994 Code, sec. 152.30)