(A) The unit is occupied only as a single-family dwelling.
(B) The unit is set up in accordance with the standards established by the North Carolina Department of Insurance.
(C) (1) The unit must have a continuous and complete perimeter foundation skirting for the main body. The purpose of this requirement is:
(a) To prevent the accumulation of combustible materials, debris or garbage under the unit;
(b) To prevent infestation of the area and damage to housing components by wildlife; and
(c) To prevent accidental exposure to housing systems.
(2) Examples of unacceptable skirting materials include any material of a combustible nature, materials unacceptable for exterior construction or any wood products not treated for moisture resistance, and include but are not limited to: plywood, cardboard, untreated wood materials, corrugated sheet metal, corrugated sheet plastic, slatted fencing or wire mesh.
(D) (1) Stairs, porches, ramps and other means of entrance or exit are installed or constructed in accordance with the standards set by the North Carolina State Building Code, attached firmly to the primary structure, provided with appropriate lateral bracing, is structurally independent and anchored securely to the ground.
(2) Wood stairs shall only be used in conjunction with a porch or entrance platform with a minimum of 24 square feet. The use of wooden stairs only is prohibited at any entrance.
(E) All new or used manufactured homes must have required smoke detectors intact and in good operating order.
(Ord. 3 § 4.7, passed 9-14-1998) Penalty, see § 152.999