Mobile / Modular Home
The processes outlined in this section applies to the complete set up, including all mechanical items, of a single, double, or triple wide mobile or manufactured home.
Right-of-Way Excavation Permit, if applicable including but not limited to driveway connections to the right-of-way, installation of public sidewalks, and utility connections.
Once your permit application has been deemed complete and initialized in our system (you will receive a Permit Submission Confirmation Letter), City staff has 10 business days for review.
You may receive comments from City staff if additional information is needed to complete a thorough review. An Additional Submissions Form must accompany any resubmission of plans or information.
Building and zoning permits are reviewed for compliance with the following codes:
Fees are due along with a water/sewer receipt at time of permit issuance. The fees for building and zoning permits are as follows:
Mobile/Modular Permits are valid as long as work is proceeding and an inspection has been performed within the last 6 months. If work has halted or been abandoned and no inspection has been conducted within the last 6 months, the permit may be suspended. Extensions may be granted by the Building Commissioner through written request by the permit holder. Extensions are not guaranteed.
Submission Requirements
- Completed Residential Building and Zoning Permit Application.
- Basic development plan (1 copy), drawn to scale, delineating the following. A design professional is not required for the preparation of a basic development plan.
- Dimensions and shape of lot
- Adjoining streets
- Existing and proposed structures on the lot including setback, dimensions, and height
- Impervious surfaces such as driveways, patios, and sidewalks including dimensions and material
- Landscaping
- Public easement(s), if applicable
- Building plans and supporting documents (1 copy).
- Water/sewer availability letter from Western Virginia Water Authority.
- Contractor/Subcontractor Listing.
- Floodplain Elevation Certificate, if in Special Flood Hazard Area.
Other Permits That May Be Required
Right-of-Way Excavation Permit, if applicable including but not limited to driveway connections to the right-of-way, installation of public sidewalks, and utility connections.
Review Process
Once your permit application has been deemed complete and initialized in our system (you will receive a Permit Submission Confirmation Letter), City staff has 10 business days for review.
You may receive comments from City staff if additional information is needed to complete a thorough review. An Additional Submissions Form must accompany any resubmission of plans or information.
Compliance Codes
Building and zoning permits are reviewed for compliance with the following codes:
- Chapter 36.2, Zoning Code, City of Roanoke
- Be sure to check if the property is subject to overlay zoning requirements including the Neighborhood Design District Guide or Local Historic Districts
- 2012 Uniform Statewide Building Code
Fees
Fees are due along with a water/sewer receipt at time of permit issuance. The fees for building and zoning permits are as follows:
- Permit Fee
|
Review Type
|
Fee
|
|---|---|
| Single-Wide | $75.00 |
| Double-Wide | $100.00 |
| Triple-Wide or Greater | $125.00 |
- Plan Review Fee: 10% of the building permit fee
- Basic Development Plan Review Fee: $25
- 2% state levy of total fee
Expiration
Mobile/Modular Permits are valid as long as work is proceeding and an inspection has been performed within the last 6 months. If work has halted or been abandoned and no inspection has been conducted within the last 6 months, the permit may be suspended. Extensions may be granted by the Building Commissioner through written request by the permit holder. Extensions are not guaranteed.