Land Use & Zoning
What is 'manufactured housing' under Delaware law and how does it differ from modular housing?
AThey are the same; both are factory-built homes with identical regulations
BManufactured housing (formerly 'mobile homes') is built to HUD Code on a permanent chassis; modular housing is built to state building codes and placed on a permanent foundation✓ Correct
CManufactured housing is always in mobile home parks; modular housing can be on any lot
DModular housing is only for commercial buildings; manufactured housing is only residential
Explanation
Manufactured homes are built to the federal HUD Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards on a permanent chassis. Modular homes are built in factories to state/local building codes and installed on a permanent foundation. Modular homes are generally treated as conventional real property.
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