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To obtain this permit, you can submit an online application or contact the Austin Fire Department, Special Events Division via AFDSpecialEvents@austintexas.gov, or in person at 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 1070. Appointments are recommended for in-person meetings with an AFD Special Events Division team member.

Before beginning any work to alter your mobilehome, manufactured home, commercial modular, special purpose commercial modular or multifamily manufactured home, you must first obtain a permit. Access all Codes and Standards Online Services (C&S OS), please login or create an account.

An insignia of approval from HCD shows that the unit complies with the laws and building standards in effect at the time the insignia of approval was issued. The HCD insignia measures 1-1/2 inches by 3 inches and is dark red or black for either a commercial modular or a special purpose commercial modular.

HCD also protects families and individuals who live in mobilehomes by inspecting mobilehome parks for health and safety violations in areas where the local government has not assumed enforcement. HCD further protects consumers by enforcing regulations for those who build and sell manufactured homes.

A building permit is required for construction of any new residential dwelling. Residential structures with shared common spaces (i.e. condos, apartments, high/mid-rises) are processed as commercial new structure or shell permits. A separate permit is required for electrical and plumbing work.

The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) plays the critical role of reviewing every local government's housing element to determine whether it complies with state law and then submits written findings back to each local government.

HCD MH 415 - Manufactured Housing Permit Application (PDF) Applications for some types of mobilehome and manufactured home alteration permits can be completed using Codes and Standards Online Services (C&S OS).