General Modular Building Information
Modular Building Checklist
In order to ensure your modular construction project does not have any work stoppages, here is a brief checklist to make sure you have made the necessary decisions for your modular home of modular office. Also a list of possible permits and regulations you may need to deal with.
Modular Homes/Office Checklist
- Determine budget (land, building, labor, transportation)
- Arrange financing (interest rate, length of loan, closing costs)
- Determine need (size, bedrooms, bathrooms, sq. ft.)
- Pick home style (colonial, ranch, split level, cape cod, etc.)
- Select site additions (decks, garages, stairs, etc.)
- Choose foundation type (basement, slab-on-grade, crawlspace)
- Check references on the modular manufacturer and their local builder
- Site preparation work (clearing, grading, etc.)
- Shop for insurance
Possible Permits/Regulations
- Land Survey
- Land Use Compliance Certificate
- Zoning Exception
- Site Plan Approval
- Environmental Permits
- Commercial Building Permit
- Water Approval
- Electric Approval
- Sanitation Approval
Don't forget to check out these common questions about modular homes. They are good reminders for anyone thinking about modular home construction or any prefab housing.