The definitions contained in article 3 shall be applicable hereto unless otherwise indicated.

(1)

It is the intent of this ordinance to encourage the provision of affordable housing in a general residential environment by permitting the use of manufactured homes meeting the definition of "dwelling, single-family" as set forth in article 3 hereof in all residential districts in which similar dwellings constructed on-site or otherwise are permitted, subject to the requirements and procedures set forth herein to assure similarity in the exterior appearance between such residential designed manufactured homes and dwellings which have been or may be constructed under these or other lawful regulations on lots in the same zoning district or general area.

(2)

Manufactured homes meeting the definition of "dwelling, single-family," either individually or by specific model, shall be permitted in all residential districts subject to the requirements and limitations set forth in this ordinance which are applicable to manufactured homes and the requirements and limitations applying generally to residential use in such zoning districts, including minimum lots, yard and building spacing, percentage of lot coverage, off-street parking requirements and approved foundations as required by law.

(3)

Manufactured homes placed on individual lots within Coweta County shall be taxed in the same manner as comparable site-built homes within the area where the manufactured home is located.

Manufactured homes which meet the definition of "dwelling, single-family" and the compatibility standards set forth and established in section 123 shall be permitted in all residential zoning districts.

Compatibility standards for manufactured homes meeting the definition of "dwelling, single-family" are as follows:

(1)

Manufactured homes qualifying as "dwelling, single-family" shall be compared to site-built and other housing in the general area and within the same zoning district. Approval shall be granted by the compatibility standards review committee upon the finding that the manufactured home is substantially similar or superior in size, siding material, roof material, foundation and general aesthetic appearance to:

(a)

Site-built or other forms of housing which may be permitted under this ordinance in the same zoning district or general area; or

(b)

Existing development in the same zoning district or general area; or

(c)

Proposed development permitted in the same zoning district or general area.

(2)

All towing devices, wheels, axles and hitches must be removed.

(3)

At each exit door there must be a landing that is a minimum of 36 inches by 36 inches.

(1)

Conditional uses. Other manufactured homes shall be permitted as a conditional use in all zoning districts upon approval as provided in article 28, for use as a principal dwelling, an accessory dwelling for security purposes, or for developments under construction. Further provided that the board of commissioners may place reasonable time limitations upon such conditional uses.

The procedures for approval are as follows:

(1)

Applications for approval of placement of manufactured homes, other manufactured homes and mobile homes shall be made on a form or forms developed for that purpose; and the completed application shall be submitted to the compatibility standards review committee for review and approval in accordance with this article by filing the completed form or forms with the Coweta County Building Inspection Department.

(2)

Such applications shall include only information reasonably necessary to make determinations as to conformity with the provisions of this ordinance as applicable to each such structure and, as applicable, conformity with the standards herein, including photographs or renderings of the front and side of the manufactured home or mobile home exterior finish and other information reasonably necessary to make determinations required by this article.

(3)

Approval or denial of the application shall be made within seven days of the date of receipt of the application and all required supporting materials. The applicant shall be notified in writing of the approval, conditional approval or denial of the application within two working days after such decision is made. Conditional approval shall require that the specific conditions and the reasons therefore be stated in writing and be agreed to by the applicant; such conditions shall be binding upon the applicant upon agreement. In the case of disapproval, the reasons therefore shall be specifically stated in writing designating each specific provision of this article and ordinance which is not met and an explanation as to the reason or reasons why each such provision is not met. The applicant may appeal the decision of the compatibility standards review committee to the board of commissioners who will act on said appeal within 30 days after said appeal is filed. The applicant may submit such additional information, documents or other materials as are deemed appropriate to the board of commissioners for which [sic] consideration in connection with any such appeal. The decision of the board of commissioners shall be in writing and shall specifically set forth findings of fact and identify provisions contained in this ordinance upon which it relies, if the applicant's appeal is denied.

(4)

In the event that the compatibility standards review committee has not approved or denied any application submitted to it within seven days of receipt of that application, then such application shall be deemed to have been approved. In the event that the board of commissioners fails to act upon any appeal filed pursuant to the provisions of subparagraph (3), above, within 30 days after the date of the filing of such appeal, then the appeal of any applicant so submitted shall be deemed to have been sustained and approved by the board of commissioners; and the applicant shall be entitled to locate the home in accordance with the application.

For the purpose of reviewing the location of manufactured homes, other manufactured homes or mobile homes, as contemplated in this article, a compatibility standards review committee consisting of the county zoning administrator, the county building official and the county tax assessor is hereby established. A quorum shall consist of any two of the three members, and the decision of any two of the three members shall be binding on the committee and this county. The committee shall adhere to the provisions of this ordinance and this article and shall comply with the requirements set forth in sections 121 through 125 of this article. In the event that one or more members of the committee is/are unable to participate in the review process contemplated in this section and the ordinance, then such named member or members may designate his or her associate or assistant as an alternate to act in the place of the named member until such member is able to again participate in the committee review process.

Manufactured home parks shall be permitted in manufactured home zoning classifications subject to the conditions and requirements hereinafter set forth.

(1)

Each manufactured home park shall have a minimum area of not less than 12 acres and a minimum frontage on a public road of at least 300 feet. Each manufactured home shall have a space of at least 40 feet wide and 90 feet in length, and the total number of manufactured home spaces shall not exceed seven per acre. No manufactured home space shall have immediate access to the abutting public road which was in existence at the time the manufactured home park plan was approved for development.

(2)

Required parking, loading and other supplemental regulations applicable are as set forth in article 24.

Each manufactured home park shall provide the following minimum facilities for the common use of all manufactured home occupants:

(1)

Drives. Paved drives at least 20 feet wide shall be provided to each manufactured home space and to laundry or other service buildings and recreation areas.

(2)

Electric outlets. Weatherproof electric outlets supplying both 110 and 220 shall be provided at each manufactured home space.

(3)

Refuse collection facilities. The storage, collection and disposal of refuse shall be so conducted as to prevent health hazards, rodent harborage and insect breeding.

(4)

Water and sewage. Each manufactured home shall be connected with water and sanitary facilities in a manner approved by the Coweta County Health Department.

(5)

Foundations. Foundations shall be installed in accordance with the standards set forth in the manufacturer's setup requirements or Appendix H of the standard building code or state law.

(6)

Tiedowns. Each manufactured home, other manufactured home and mobile home shall have tiedowns or other devices securing the stability of the manufactured home, other manufactured home or mobile home based on the requirements of Appendix H of the standard building code or the manufacturer's installation instructions or Georgia law.

(7)

Utility lines. All utility lines shall be underground.

(8)

Streetlights. Standard mercury vapor streetlights shall be installed and maintained along each street, spaced not more than 300 feet apart.

(9)

Fire protection. Each manufactured home shall be equipped with an operating fire extinguisher.

(10)

Landscaping. Each manufactured home park shall be landscaped with shade trees and exterior screen planting to provide and assure the reasonable amenities of living and privacy characteristic of more permanent living quarters.

(11)

Recreation areas. Recreation areas designed for the common use of residents shall comply with the following:

(a)

In all parks accommodating or designed to accommodate 25 or more homes, there shall be one or more recreation areas.

(b)

The size of the recreation area shall be based upon a minimum of 125 square feet for each home site/lot for the first 300 units; thereafter 100 square feet of recreation area shall be provided for each home site/lot.

(c)

Recreation areas shall be located so as to be free of traffic hazards.

(12)

Setbacks. No manufactured home, or building, in a manufactured home park shall be placed closer than 50 feet to any public street right-of-way line or any property line.

(13)

Underpinning. Each manufactured home must be underpinned. Installation shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Acceptable materials include masonry, stone, metal, vinyl or other materials manufactured for the purpose of underpinning.

(14)

Steps and landings. Steps and landings are required for all manufactured homes, other manufactured homes and mobile homes and shall be constructed to the standards set forth in chapter 11, stairway construction, of the standard building code; and minimum landing size shall be 36 inches by 36 inches.