02-385 C.M.R. ch. 930
SUMMARY: The chapter of this rule is to assure that minimum requirements are met to provide structural strength and rigidity and protection against corrosion, decay, insects and other similar destructive forces.
All homes manufactured prior to June 15, 1976, are exempt from meeting The National Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards for roof loads for the State of Maine, except:
1. All homes with roofs added after construction will be inspected by a registered professional engineer to determine that the roof and home can withstand any snow loads or wind uplifts that may occur.
All floors will be of a solid construction to protect users of the home from the hazard of an unsafe floor.
No park operator may require a manufactured home to be anchored unless a concrete slab is provided.
Exterior coverings shall be of moisture and weather resistant materials to resist wind, snow and rain.
EFFECTIVE DATE: December 12, 1990
EFFECTIVE DATE (ELECTRONIC CONVERSION): January 11, 1997