East Hampton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 174-3-5
Mobile home installations
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The new installation or the reconstruction or expansion of existing mobile homes is regulated by the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the National Fire Prevention Association No. 501A-1982 (Standard for Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured Home Installation, Sites and Communities) and applicable portions of Chapter 255 , Zoning. Each mobile home shall have the appropriate certifying label of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Under East Hampton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 § 174-3-5, any new installation, reconstruction, or expansion of a mobile home must comply with the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, the NFPA No. 501A-1982 fire safety standard, and the applicable zoning provisions of Chapter 255. Additionally, every mobile home must bear the official certifying label issued by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. These requirements apply collectively to ensure that mobile home installations meet both fire safety and land-use standards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers overseeing mobile home installations in East Hampton generally ensure that any new installation, reconstruction, or expansion satisfies all three regulatory layers referenced in § 174-3-5: the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, NFPA No. 501A-1982, and the zoning requirements of Chapter 255. Compliant operators also verify that each mobile home on their property carries the required HUD certifying label before the unit is placed or occupied. Maintaining documentation of code compliance and HUD labeling is a common practice among operators managing mobile home sites under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 174-3-5 of the East Hampton Code, tenants living in or considering a mobile home have a right to expect that the unit and its installation meet state fire prevention codes, the NFPA No. 501A-1982 standard, and local zoning rules, and that the home bears a valid HUD certifying label. If a mobile home appears to lack the required HUD label or shows signs of non-compliant installation, tenants may consider contacting the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development or local building and zoning authorities to raise concerns. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with manufactured housing regulations can help explain what options may be available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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