Oswego, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-50
Design and construction
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Mobile homes shall be structurally sound, effectively insulated and capable of sustaining designed dynamic loading. A. Body and body framing. (1) Body frames shall be designed and constructed as complete units. Wall and floor surfaces shall be firmly attached to body framing members. Doors and windows shall be securely framed in place. Framing and exterior skin shall be surface treated or painted to prevent deterioration. (2) Roofs shall be pitched for proper drainage and shall be weathertight. Roof decks shall be of metal or noncombustible materials. (3) Wood body framing shall be of seasoned lumber and shall provide adequate support and rigidity. Members shall be joined so as to ensure permanent attachment to each other. (4) Metal body framing shall be of structural, formed sections, riveted, bolted or welded together. Where different metals are joined, precaution shall be taken to prevent electrolytic action. (5) Insulation of floors, roof and exterior walls shall consist of noncombustible materials. (6) Ventilation shall be provided to minimize deterioration of structural members from condensation or other causes. B. Chassis. (1) The chassis shall extend substantially the length of the body and shall be capable of supporting the live and dead loads to which subjected. (2) The tongue or drawbar shall be secured to the chassis and shall be capable of supporting the weight of the forward and of the mobile home. If designed to support gas cylinders, the tongue shall be of sufficient strength and shall permit secure attachment. (3) The hitch shall be securely attached to the tongue so as to become an integral part of the tongue. (4) Axles, spring assemblies and wheels shall be capable of supporting the calculated loads. C. Placement. Placement of mobile home on mobile home stand by jacks or supports shall be such as to ensure the retention of the mobile home in a fixed position.
Section 149-50 of Oswego's Code of Ordinances establishes structural and construction standards that mobile homes must meet, covering the body framing, roofing, insulation, chassis, and placement. The rule requires that all components—from wall surfaces and doors to axles and hitches—be built and maintained to handle the loads and conditions they will encounter. Insulation and ventilation requirements are included to prevent deterioration, and once placed on a mobile home stand, the unit must be secured in a fixed position.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of mobile homes subject to Oswego Code ch. 149 § 149-50 generally ensure that all structural elements—body framing, roofing, chassis, and hitch assemblies—are constructed from appropriate materials and joined using approved methods such as riveting, bolting, or welding. Compliant operators also verify that insulation consists of noncombustible materials, that roofs are properly pitched and weathertight, and that the unit is stabilized on its stand with jacks or supports. Keeping records of construction specifications and periodic inspections of framing, chassis components, and placement hardware is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance with § 149-50.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Oswego Code ch. 149 § 149-50, residents of mobile homes have an interest in knowing that their unit is required to meet specific structural, insulation, and chassis standards designed to ensure safety and habitability. If a tenant observes conditions suggesting the home does not meet these standards—such as inadequate weatherproofing, unstable placement, or deteriorating framing—they may consider documenting those conditions and raising the issue with the local code enforcement office in Oswego. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand how § 149-50 standards may relate to broader habitability rights and what complaint or defense options may be available.
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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