2026-036 - Amending Zoning to establish the MH Manufactured Housing District, amending section 3-100 zoning districts established, allow individual HUD-Code Manufactured Homes, etc.

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(a) Authorized locations. A HUD -code manufactured home may be located within the City only: (1) as an individual dwelling on an individually platted lot or lawful tract in the MH Manufactured Housing District; (2) as an individual dwelling on an individually platted lot or lawful tract in the SF -3 One - Family Dwelling District; (3) within a manufactured home subdivision authorized by the Zoning Ordinance; or (4) within a manufactured home park authorized by the Zoning Ordinance and operated in compliance with Division 3 of this article. (b) Land -use approval. An individual HUD -code manufactured home is permitted by right in the MH and SF -3 Districts when the proposed home and site comply with all applicable nondiscretionary requirements. No zoning amendment, specific use permit, special exception, or comparable discretionary land -use approval is required for the individual home. (c) District standards. An individual HUD -code manufactured home and its lot shall comply with the area, yard, height, coverage, floor -area, parking, accessory -structure, and other standards applicable to the zoning district in which it is located. (d) One principal dwelling. Not more than one principal dwelling may be located on an individual lot or lawful tract under this section. (e) HUD certification. Each transportable section shall bear the HUD certification label required by applicable federal law. The applicant shall provide the HUD data plate or other documentation accepted under applicable federal or state procedures. (f) Installation. Transportation and installation shall be performed by persons licensed or otherwise authorized by the State of Texas. Support, anchoring, stabilization, utility connections, alterations, and inspections shall comply with applicable federal and state requirements and the manufacturer's approved installation instructions. (g) Foundation enclosure. Before issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the open area between the manufactured home and finished grade shall be enclosed on all sides with securely installed, weather -resistant skirting intended for permanent exterior foundation enclosure. The enclosure shall provide required ventilation and inspection access and shall be maintained in good repair. (h) Approved enclosure materials. Foundation enclosure shall consist of brick; natural or manufactured stone; decorative concrete masonry units; fiber -cement products manufactured for foundation enclosure; a manufactured skirting system designed for permanent exterior installation; or another durable material approved by the Building Official as equivalent. Untreated wood, plywood, lattice, wire, plastic sheeting, tarpaulins, exposed foam insulation, and materials not intended for permanent exterior use are prohibited.