Housing and Community Development (HCD) Practice Exam

Which statement applies to manufactured homes subject to local property tax but not affixed to a permanent foundation?

1. Subject to annual HCD registration

2. Subject to registration through the local assessor

3. Not subject to any state registration

4. Subject to registration at time of sale or transfer

The correct answer is: Subject to registration at time of sale or transfer

The correct choice pertains to the registration requirements for manufactured homes that are not permanently affixed to a foundation. Specifically, these homes need to be registered at the time of sale or transfer. This ensures that ownership records are updated and that any relevant taxes are assessed properly. Manufactured homes, when not permanently affixed, do not fall under the same guidelines as those that are anchored to a foundation. Thus, the requirement for registration at the point of sale or transfer is essential for tracking changes in ownership and ensuring compliance with local property tax regulations. The other statements do not apply in this situation. For instance, annual registration with HCD is typically associated with homes that are either on a permanent foundation or have different regulatory standings. Similarly, registration through the local assessor usually involves different protocols for mobile or temporary homes. Finally, saying that manufactured homes are not subject to any state registration is inaccurate, as registration is indeed necessary when ownership changes take place.