Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 137-5
Location; expansion of existing parks; design standards
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Mobile home parks shall be located only in such districts of the Town of Richmond, Ontario County, New York, as are permitted under the Zoning Ordinance then in effect. No existing mobile home park shall expand the number of its mobile homes without making application hereunder for such expansion and fully complying with all requirements of this chapter in respect to such expansion area, except minimum site size requirements as set forth in the succeeding subsection. A. Site size. The minimum site size shall be 20 acres and the maximum site size shall be 50 acres. B. Size of lots and yards. Each mobile home lot shall meet the following minimum requirements: (1) An area of 20,000 square feet, with a minimum width of 100 feet and a minimum depth of 200 feet. (2) Front yard setback depth from mobile home development street: 50 feet. (3) Side yard setback depth from mobile home lot line: 10 feet. (4) Rear yard setback depth from mobile home lot line: 10 feet. (5) A mobile home shall not be located closer than 200 feet to any public highway and shall be no closer than 100 feet to any adjoining property line. C. Minimum size of individual mobile homes. The minimum floor area of mobile homes in a mobile home park shall be dimensions of not less than 10 feet by 60 feet. D. Accessory buildings on individual lots or stands. One accessory building, not exceeding 196 square feet, located to the rear of the mobile home is permitted. This building must be of a building material that is approved by the Town of Richmond Building Code or by the Code Enforcement Officer if a Building Code is not in effect. This building may be of a preconstructed material but its appearance must be compatible with the general overall character of the park. An accessory building shall be securely fastened to the ground and shall comply with any Town Building Code, and a building permit must be obtained prior to construction. E. Entrance platform. Each mobile home shall be provided with an entrance platform of concrete, asphalt or equivalent at least five feet by five feet and four inches in depth. This platform will be located at the main entrance to the mobile home and may act as a base for railings and steps for the mobile home. This platform may also be part of the patio area. F. Skirts and tie-downs, patios, cabanas and carports. The bottom portion of each mobile home shall be enclosed with either a metal or wood skirt or other suitable enclosure within 30 days after arrival in the park. Such skirts or enclosures shall be uniform in appearance, design and type for the entire park. In addition, each mobile home shall be securely anchored and tied down to prevent any movement by cable or similar metal connector running from each corner of the mobile home to a connection securely fastened in concrete embedded in the ground. No addition shall be permitted to any mobile home except a patio, cabana or carport. Such patio, cabana or carport shall comply with all setback and distance requirements of this chapter. G. Parking areas. Each mobile home lot shall have located thereon two parking spaces, with each space having a minimum of 250 square feet. In addition, a common parking area shall be provided for guest parking and for delivery and service vehicles. No on-street parking shall be permitted. Adequate parking spaces shall be provided for all park service buildings. No boats, camp haulers, trailers or motor vehicles not designed for passengers shall be parked or stored at any place within the mobile home park except in designated areas. No unregistered motor vehicles or trailers or parts thereof or junks of any nature or description shall be parked or stored within the mobile home park. H. Sidewalks. Sidewalks will only be required if the town's subdivision regulations require them. Then said sidewalks must meet the provisions of such regulations. I. Landscaping. Landscaping will be provided to screen the mobile home park from adjacent properties and public highways. Fences shall be erected around any areas which constitute a hazard to the public. J. Fire protection. Suitable fire apparatus and/or communication with a local Fire Department shall be provided. In areas not served by municipal water supply, a pond of no less than 100,000 gallons' capacity will be provided for water in case of fire. A fence four feet high shall enclose the pond.
Section 137-5 of Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 137 establishes where mobile home parks may be located within the Town of Richmond and sets detailed physical standards for their layout and operation. The provision covers minimum and maximum park acreage (20–50 acres), individual lot dimensions, setback distances, mobile home size, accessory structures, entrance platforms, skirting and tie-downs, parking, sidewalks, landscaping, and fire protection. Existing parks that wish to add mobile homes must apply under this chapter and meet all applicable requirements for the expansion area, with a limited exception for minimum site size.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and developers of mobile home parks in Richmond, N.Y., generally ensure that any new park or expansion under § 137-5 is sited in a zoning district that permits such use and that the overall park falls between 20 and 50 acres. Compliant operators typically confirm that each individual lot meets the 20,000-square-foot area requirement, all specified setbacks, and that each mobile home is at least 10 feet by 60 feet in floor area. Day-to-day management under § 137-5 also involves enforcing skirting and tie-down requirements within 30 days of a home's arrival, securing building permits for any accessory structures, maintaining required parking arrangements, providing landscaping screening, and ensuring adequate fire protection infrastructure is in place.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home parks in Richmond, N.Y., have an interest in knowing that § 137-5 sets minimum physical standards—including lot size, setbacks, skirting, tie-downs, parking, and fire protection—that the park is required to meet. If conditions in a park appear to fall short of these standards, tenants may consider documenting the issue and contacting the Town of Richmond Code Enforcement Officer, who is referenced in § 137-5 as having authority over certain building material approvals. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services familiar with New York mobile home park law can help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under this chapter.
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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