Ala. Admin. Code r. 535-X-10 § 535-X-10-.02
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For purposes of this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: (a) The definitions of terms contained in Code of Ala. 1975, §§24-5-1 - 24-5-14; 24-5-30 - 24-5-34; 24-6-1 - 24-6-4, and Commission rules and regulations are applicable. (b) Used Manufactured Homes means any manufactured home which has been previously owned or occupied by a consumer. (c) Dealer - Dealer means any person engaged in the business of buying and thereafter selling, displaying, or offering for sale manufactured houses. (d) Assignee - Assignee means any bank, financing institution, or any person purchasing a retail installment contract, which has as security a manufactured home. (e) Consumer – Any person or firm who has purchased or is purchasing a manufactured home in good faith for purposes other than resale.
Ala. Admin. Code r. 535-X-10 § 535-X-10-.02 establishes the working definitions that apply throughout the chapter governing manufactured homes in Alabama. Key terms such as 'Used Manufactured Homes,' 'Dealer,' 'Assignee,' and 'Consumer' are given specific meanings that control how the rest of the chapter's rules are interpreted. These definitions draw on both the Alabama Code (§§ 24-5-1 through 24-6-4) and applicable Commission rules, ensuring consistent application across all related provisions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and dealers in the manufactured housing market should be aware that § 535-X-10-.02 sets the precise definitions that govern their classification and obligations under this chapter. A business that buys and then sells, displays, or offers manufactured homes for sale falls within the defined category of 'Dealer,' while any bank or financing institution holding a retail installment contract secured by a manufactured home qualifies as an 'Assignee.' Understanding which defined category applies to a given business activity is a foundational step in determining which regulatory requirements under this chapter apply.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Buyers and occupants of manufactured homes should know that § 535-X-10-.02 defines 'Consumer' as any person or firm purchasing a manufactured home in good faith for purposes other than resale, a classification that shapes what protections and rights apply under this chapter. The distinction between a new and a 'Used Manufactured Home'—one previously owned or occupied by a consumer—can also affect the rules that govern a purchase transaction. Tenants or buyers who have questions about how these definitions apply to their situation may find guidance through Alabama tenant-rights organizations or the Alabama Real Estate Commission.
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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