Spencer, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 98 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 98-16
Skirting
Operative Text
Each mobile home owner shall be required to enclose the bottom portion of the mobile home with a metal, vinyl, painted, pressure-treated wood or other water-resistant material, properly ventilated, within 60 days of placement on mobile home stand. No skirt shall be required where a perimeter foundation [masonry, eight inches in width] fully encloses the area between the mobile home and ground level.
Spencer, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 98 § 98-16 establishes a skirting requirement for mobile homes placed within the jurisdiction. Within 60 days of a mobile home being set on its stand, the gap between the home's base and the ground must be enclosed using an approved water-resistant material — such as metal, vinyl, painted wood, or pressure-treated wood — that is also properly ventilated. The requirement does not apply when a qualifying masonry perimeter foundation already fully encloses that space.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of mobile home parks in Spencer should be aware that § 98-16 places the skirting obligation on each individual mobile home owner, but park management commonly tracks compliance timelines to avoid code-enforcement issues on the property. A compliant mobile home owner installs approved, ventilated skirting within the 60-day window following placement, or ensures that a qualifying eight-inch masonry perimeter foundation is in place as an alternative. Keeping records of placement dates and material specifications can help demonstrate compliance with § 98-16 if questions arise.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Mobile home residents in Spencer who own their unit should be aware that § 98-16 gives them a 60-day window after placement to install proper skirting, and that the type of material used must be water-resistant and ventilated. If a masonry perimeter foundation already fully encloses the base of the home, the skirting requirement under § 98-16 does not apply. Residents with questions about whether their current setup satisfies the ordinance may consult the local code enforcement office or a tenant-rights organization familiar with manufactured housing regulations.
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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