Owego Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 142 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 142-8
Design and construction
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A. Generally. Mobile homes shall be structurally sound, effectively insulated and capable of sustaining designed dynamic loading. B. 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, roofs and exterior walls shall consist of noncombustible materials. (6) Ventilation shall be provided to minimize deterioration of structural members from condensation or other causes. C. 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 end 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. D. Placement. Placement of a mobile home on a mobile home stand by jacks or supports shall be such as to ensure the retention of the mobile home in a fixed position.
Section 142-8 of Owego Village's Code of Ordinances establishes structural and construction standards that mobile homes must meet. The rule covers the integrity of body framing, roofing, insulation, chassis components, and the hitch and axle assemblies, requiring that each element be built and maintained to handle its intended loads safely. It also specifies that once placed on a mobile home stand, the unit must be secured in a fixed position using jacks or supports.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 142-8, operators and owners of mobile home properties in Owego Village are generally expected to ensure that any mobile home placed on their premises meets the structural requirements outlined in the provision. Compliant operators typically verify that body framing, roofing, insulation, chassis, and placement supports all conform to the design and construction standards described in § 142-8 before a unit is occupied. Keeping documentation of materials used—such as noncombustible insulation and properly treated framing—can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with these requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 142-8 sets out the baseline structural and construction standards that a mobile home in Owego Village must meet, which can be relevant if a resident believes their unit has structural deficiencies such as inadequate insulation, compromised framing, or an improperly secured chassis. Tenants who believe their mobile home does not meet the standards described in § 142-8 may have grounds to raise those concerns with local code enforcement or municipal authorities in Owego Village. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help residents understand what options may be available when a unit appears to fall short of these construction requirements.
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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