It is the intent of this chapter to set forth the terms and conditions under which single-family homes may be sited, and to ensure that manufactured homes as defined herein may be sited in any zone where single-family homes are permitted. These regulations apply to all zones where single-family homes are permitted. However, nothing in this chapter shall be construed as to permit housing designs or construction standards that do not meet the standards of a historic district.

(Ord. No. 946, § 1, 11-23-2010)

"Manufactured home" means a single-family home which:

1.

Is comprised of at least two fully enclosed parallel sections each of not less than twelve feet wide by thirty-six feet long;

2.

Was originally constructed with and now has a composition or wood shake or shingle, coated metal, or similar roof of not less than 3:12 pitch; and

3.

Has exterior siding similar in appearance to siding materials commonly used on site-built single-family homes built according to the International Building Code.

(Ord. No. 946, § 1, 11-23-2010)

All installation of new or used manufactured homes in any area allowed by this title, shall comply with all city, state or federal regulations dealing with manufactured home installations, including but not limited to manufactured home siting standards as provided hereinafter. No manufactured home shall be permitted that does not meet the definition of a "manufactured home" as provided hereinabove. The Mabton city administrator is authorized to require verification that the manufactured home meets the definition as provided hereinabove prior to issuing a building permit.

(Ord. No. 946, § 1, 11-23-2010)

The following standards apply to the siting of all single-family homes, whether site-built homes or manufactured homes. Where any conflict arises between these regulations and the adopted building code, the stricter standard shall apply:

A.

Building Orientation. All dwellings shall be oriented on the lot so that the front door faces the street.

B.

Foundation. All dwellings shall be placed on permanent foundations.

C.

Age of Dwelling (for Manufactured Homes Only). No manufactured home more than ten years old on the date of installation shall be permitted on any lot.

D.

All manufactured homes must be installed according to the standards and requirements outlined in WAC 296.150I Manufactured home installer training and certification program, WAC 296-150M Manufactured homes, and WAC 246-359-720 Installation requirements for manufactured homes.

(Ord. No. 946, § 1, 11-23-2010)