Housing and Community Development (HCD) Practice Exam

What defines a manufactured home in terms of inspection for compliance?

1. It must be inspected before it can be sold

2. It does not require inspection if sold as is

3. Inspection is only needed if the home is older than 10 years

4. Inspection is optional for licensed dealers

The correct answer is: It must be inspected before it can be sold

A manufactured home is defined by a range of regulations that ensure its safety, structural integrity, and compliance with local building codes. One of the key aspects of these regulations is that manufactured homes must undergo an inspection before they can be sold. This inspection is necessary to ensure that the home meets specific safety and quality standards, as mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and possibly local regulations. The purpose of this requirement is to protect consumers from purchasing homes that may have structural issues, safety hazards, or non-compliance with zoning laws. The requirement for inspection before sale is intended to ensure that buyers receive a product that meets the necessary safety and quality standards, thereby reducing the risks associated with purchasing a manufactured home. In contrast, other options suggest conditions in which inspection is not necessary, either by stating that homes can be sold "as is" without inspection, that age should dictate the need for inspection, or that inspections are optional based on the dealer's licensing status. However, adherence to inspection standards before sale is fundamental to maintaining overall consumer protection within the manufactured home market.