APPLE VALLEY ESTATES

NEW MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION – APPLE VALLEY ESTATES

1. Allow eight to ten days for plan review and issuance of the permit.
2. An inspection of the lot is required before beginning work.
3. An inspection of supports, tie-downs, and utility connections is required before installing skirting.
4. A final inspection is required when all work is complete.  The electrical inspection must be completed before the City final inspection.  Water hook up is included with the building permit.
5. Other structures that are in disrepair must be removed from the lot before the lot inspection.  Other structures in good condition may remain on the lot as long as proper setbacks are maintained and they are not in violation of any other ordinance.
6. Separate permits may be required for other structures that you may want to install.
7. Minimum setbacks: Setbacks are from any adjacent structure or attachment.
   • Front – none
   • Side – 10 feet 
   • Rear – 5 feet
   • Other – 5 feet from any storage shed
8. Supply a copy of the manufacturer’s installation instructions for all homes manufactured after June 14, 1976. 
9. Manager Approval is required.
10. Show the dimensions from your home to any adjacent homes or other structures and from curb to front of home or use the back of this application. 

ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS TO EXISTING MANUFACTURED HOMES - APPLE VALLEY ESTATES

1. Allow eight to ten days for plan review and issuance of the permit.
2. Uploaded Plans shall include a plan view and a section view of the structure. 
3. Upload a signed original of the Approval Form from the park manager approving the changes.
4. On the drawing, show the proposed location of the addition or accessory structure in relation to your home.  Show dimensions between the addition or structure and the adjacent homes or other existing accessory structures.
5. Attached additions include, but are not limited to, living space, stoops, decks, utility boxes, awnings, patio covers, carports, and screened porches. Attached additions also need to be setback 5 feet from any freestanding storage shed. 
6. Garages and carports shall be anchored to the ground by approved means.
7. Fences shall not exceed 6 feet in height.
8. Sheds shall be a maximum of one hundred (100) square feet in area and shall not exceed ten feet in height.
9. Deck landings shall be built 8 inches below the threshold of the door and shall be a minimum of 36 inches by 36 inches.  
10. Deck lumber shall be treated or naturally decay resistive.
11. Any alteration of a manufactured home may require removal of state seals.  If seals must be removed, you may apply for replacement seals by contacting the State Building code Department, Manufactured Home Division.

The manufactured home park owner/manager must approve any project proposals to your manufactured home. Please upload the signed approval form with your building permit application. See Related Documents.

CEDAR KNOLLS

NEW MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION – CEDAR KNOLLS

1. Allow eight to ten days for plan review.
2. An inspection of supports, tie-downs, and utility connections is required before installing skirting.
3. A final inspection is required when all work is complete. The electrical inspection by the state must be completed before the City final inspection. Water hook up is included with the building permit.
4. Other structures that are in disrepair must be removed from the lot before the lot inspection. Other structures in good condition may remain on the lot as long as proper setbacks are maintained and they are not in violation of any other ordinance.
5. Minimum setbacks:
   • Front – 15 feet from face of curb.
   • Side or Rear – 20 feet from any adjacent home or other attached structure.
   • Other – 5 feet from any storage shed. 
6. Upload a copy of the manufacturer’s installation instructions for all homes manufactured after June 14, 1976. 
7. Manager Approval Form must be signed by the park manager. Original signature is required.
8. Show the dimensions from your home to any adjacent homes or other structures and from curb to front of home or use the back of this application. 

ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS TO EXISTING MANUFACTURED HOMES

1. Allow eight to ten days for plan review.
2. Uploaded Plans shall include a plan view and a section view of the structure. All additions and alterations must be designed and approved by the home manufacturer. If manufacturer is no longer available, the addition or alteration must be designed by a Minnesota Licensed Structural Engineer.
3. Upload a signed original of the Manager Approval from the park manager approving the changes.
4. On the attached drawing, show the proposed location of the addition or accessory structure in relation to your home. Show dimensions between the addition or structure and the adjacent homes or other existing accessory structures.
5. Attached additions include, but are not limited to, living space, stoops, decks, utility boxes, awnings, patio covers, carports, and screened porches. Additions shall be suitably anchored to the ground. The same minimum setbacks as for a new home apply for additions. 
6. Garages and carports shall be anchored to the ground by approved means. One garage or carport allowed per home. Setbacks include 15 from face of curb or same as setback for home, whichever is greater. Side is 6 feet from your home and 10 feet from any adjacent homes or other structures.
7. Fences shall not exceed 6 feet in height. Minimum setbacks are 15 feet from face of curb. A 3 foot wide gate may be required between homes to provide for emergency access to rear doors or yard areas. Latches on gates shall be operable from both sides of the gate and may not be locked.
8. Storage sheds shall be setback in front – 30 feet from face of curb and side and rear – 5 feet from your home and 5 feet from adjacent homes or structures. Maximum size for a shed will be 100 square feet and maximum height is 10 feet. Sheds shall be anchored to the ground by approved means. One shed allowed per home.
9. Deck landings shall be built 7.75 inches below the threshold of the door and shall be a minimum of 36 inches by 36 inches. Deck lumber shall be treated or naturally decay resistive. Setbacks are the same as the additions. 
10. Any alteration of a manufactured home may require removal of state seals. If seals must be removed, you may apply for replacement seals by contacting the State Building Code Department, Manufactured Home Division.

The manufactured home park owner/manager must approve any project proposals to your manufactured home. Please upload the signed approval form with your building permit application. See Related Documents.