Section 09
Manufactured Home
Appendix F-1, page 117
The Manufactured Home section repeats for each manufactured home on the property that is either a dwelling or an ADU, and provides space for additional commentary and exhibits. If there are no manufactured homes on the property, the section does not display.
As with other types of properties, additional facts about the manufactured home are captured in the Dwelling Exterior, Outbuilding, and / or Unit Interior sections.
- The Outbuilding section displays (instead of Manufactured Home) if the manufactured home is an outbuilding that is not an ADU. Example: A manufactured home that has been physically modified and is no longer livable.
Reference published guidelines by the GSEs, government agencies, or other identified secondary market participants for specific guidance.
Manufactured Homes that are Dwellings#
If the manufactured home is a dwelling, the Manufactured Home section displays after the applicable Dwelling Exterior section. Reference Types of Structures for more information to determine whether the manufactured home is considered a dwelling or outbuilding.
Note: Some manufactured home information displays for both dwellings and outbuildings that are ADUs. The "When to Include" column in this subchapter only references manufactured homes that are dwellings.
- Structure Type is Dwelling, and Construction Method (8.011) is Manufactured
General Information#

Manufactured Home - Dwellings - General Information
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.000 | Manufacturer Name | Always required | Free-form | The name of the manufacturer (maker) of the manufactured home. |
| 9.001 | Year Installed | Always required | yyyy | Year Installed: The date a Certificate of Occupancy or its equivalent was issued for the development of a lot and placement of a manufactured home on the permanent foundation. |
| 9.001 | Year Installed | Always required | Yes | No | Year Installed Estimated: Indicates whether Year Installed is an estimate. Notes: - If Year Installed is unknown or unavailable to the appraiser in the normal course of business, the appraiser must estimate the year the manufactured home was installed. - If Yes, Year Installed displays with a tilde (~). |
| 9.002 | Moved Since Original Installation | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the manufactured home has been moved to a different location than the one on which it was originally installed. Note: If Yes, provide the source of information and additional details in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026). |
| 9.003 | Attached to Permanent Foundation | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the manufactured home is attached to a permanent foundation. Notes: - Additional information about the foundation is reported in the Exterior Features table in the Dwelling Exterior section. - If the foundation area is readily accessible, a photo must be provided, which displays in Manufactured Home Exhibits. A caption may be provided indicating "Foundation" and any other descriptive information as appropriate. |
| 9.004 | Towing Hitch, Wheels, Axels Removed | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the towing hitch, wheels, and axles have been removed from the frame of the manufactured home. Note: If No, reference published guidelines by the GSEs, government agencies, or other identified secondary market participants for specific guidance. |
| 9.005 | Manufactured Home Width | Always required | Single or Multi | - Single (including multi-story single-width homes) - Multi (manufactured in multiple sections and joined on site) |
| 9.006 | Skirting | Always required | Yes | No | Skirting Exists: Indicates whether a non-structural enclosure of the foundation crawl space exists. |
| 9.006 | Skirting | Required if Skirting Exists is Yes | Choose one or more allowable answers from the Definition / Additional Guidance column | Skirting Material - Asbestos - Brick - Cement Board - Concrete Block - Engineered Wood - Fiberglass - Log - Metal - Poured Concrete - Vinyl - Wood - Other (Describe) Note: If the skirting is readily accessible, a photo must be provided, which displays in Manufactured Home Exhibits. Provide a caption indicating "Skirting" and any other descriptive information as appropriate. |
| 9.007 | Have there been any modifications, attachments or additions that have altered or rely on the original structure for support? | Always required | Yes | No | Structural Modifications Exist: Indicates whether modifications, attachments, or additions have been made that altered or rely upon the original dwelling for support. Select No when the additions, such as an attached garage, were originally designed for the structure. Reference published guidelines by the GSEs, government agencies, or other identified secondary market participants for specific guidance. |
| 9.008 | Modification, Attachment, or Addition | Required if Structural Modifications Exist is Yes | Choose one or more allowable answers from the Definition / Additional Guidance column | - Carport - Deck - Garage - Living Area - Porch - Sunroom - Other (Describe) |
| 9.009 | Description of Modification, Attachment, or Addition | Required if Structural Modifications Exist is Yes | Free-form | Detailed description of the modification, attachment, or addition that has altered the manufactured home's structure or relies on it for support. |
HUD Data Plate#
Note: If the HUD Data Plate is not available, indicate in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026) the source of the data provided.

Manufactured Home - Dwellings - HUD Data Plate
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.010 | HUD Data Plate Attached | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the manufactured home has a HUD data plate (also referred to as the Manufactured Home Data Plate or Compliance Certificate) is attached within the manufactured home. If the HUD Data Plate is not attached but is available, select No and explain in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026). Reference published guidelines by the GSEs, government agencies, or other identified secondary market participants for specific guidance. If available, a photo of the HUD Data Plate or the verification source must be provided. The photos display in Manufactured Home Exhibits, with the caption "HUD Data Plate". An additional caption may be provided to further identify the photo. |
| 9.011 | Date of Manufacture | Required if HUD Data Plate Attached is Yes or if available | mm/dd/yyyy | The date the manufactured home was built, as shown on the HUD data plate or other source. Notes: - The year must match Year Built in the Dwelling Exterior section (8.010). - If the Date of Manufacture exceeds 12 months from the Effective Date of Appraisal (26.011), Overall Condition Rating (15.005) cannot be C1. |
| 9.012 | Serial Number | Required if HUD Data Plate Attached is Yes or if available | Free-form | The serial number per section of the manufactured home, as shown on the HUD data plate or other source. |
| 9.013 | HUD Wind Zone | Required if HUD Data Plate Attached is Yes or if available | Choose an allowable answer from the Definition / Additional Guidance column | The Wind Zone that the manufactured home was designed and constructed to conform to, as shown on the HUD data plate or other source. - Zone I - Zone II - Zone III |
| 9.014 | HUD Thermal Zone | Required if HUD Data Plate Attached is Yes or if available | Choose an allowable answer from the Definition / Additional Guidance column | The Thermal Zone that the manufactured home was designed and constructed to conform to, as shown on the HUD data plate or other source. - Zone 1 - Zone 2 - Zone 3 |
| 9.015 | HUD Roof Load Zone | Required if HUD Data Plate Attached is Yes or if available | Choose an allowable answer from the Definition / Additional Guidance column | The Roof Load Zone that the manufactured home was designed and constructed to conform to, as shown on the HUD data plate or other source. - Middle - North - South |
HUD Certification Label#
Note: If the HUD Certification Label is not available for all sections, indicate in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026) the source of the data provided.

Manufactured Home - Dwellings - HUD Certification Label
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.016 | Label Present for all Sections | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the HUD Certification Label (also referred to as the HUD Certification, Construction Code Label, Certification Label, HUD Label, or Red Tag) is present and attached to all sections of the manufactured home. - Yes (the HUD Label is attached for all sections). - No (the HUD Label is missing for at least one of the sections). Note: If the HUD Certification Label is not attached but is available, select No and explain in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026). |
| 9.017 | HUD Certification Number | Required if Label Present for all Sections is Yes, or if available | Free-form | The certification number per section of the manufactured home as shown on the HUD Certification Label, HUD data plate, or other source. |
| See iGuide | HUD Certification Number | Required if Label Present for all Sections is Yes, or if available | Photo or image | HUD Certification Number Photo A photo of all HUD Certification Label(s) (or the verification source if the HUD Certification Label(s) are not present) must be provided. The photos display in Manufactured Home Exhibits, with the caption "HUD Certification Label". An additional caption may be provided to further identify the photo. |
Manufactured Home Certification Program#
If the manufactured home is not eligible for any certification programs (such as Fannie Mae MH Advantage® or Freddie Mac CHOICEHome®, this subsection does not display.

Manufactured Home - Dwellings - Manufactured Home Certification Program
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.018 | Certification | Required if certification(s) exist for the manufactured home | Choose an allowable answer from the Definition / Additional Guidance column | The financing program for which the manufactured home is designed to be eligible, as shown on a label in the home that identifies it as being eligible for designated financing options. - Fannie Mae MH Advantage - Freddie Mac CHOICEHome - Other (Describe) Notes: - If there are no certifications, do not select an answer and this subsection does not display. - A photo of each certification label must be provided, which displays in Manufactured Home Exhibits with the caption "Manufactured Home Certification". An additional caption may be provided to further identify the photo. |
| 9.019 | Identifier | Required for each identified certification | Free-form | Identifies the manufactured home's eligibility for the associated financing program (e.g., Freddie Mac CHOICEHome Number, Fannie Mae MH Advantage Identification Number). |
Invoice Information#
This subsection displays when the property is new construction (New Construction (3.017) is Yes).

Manufactured Home - Dwellings - Invoice Information
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.020 | Purchased from Retailer | Required if New Construction is Yes | Yes | No | Indicates whether the manufactured home was purchased from a retailer. |
| 9.021 | Retailer Name | Required if Purchased from Retailer is Yes | Free-form | |
| 9.022 | Retailer's Invoice Reviewed | Required if Purchased from Retailer is Yes | Yes | No | Indicates whether the appraiser reviewed and analyzed the retailer's invoice. Note: A photo or image of the invoice may be provided, which displays in Manufactured Home Exhibits. An additional caption may be provided indicating "Retailer's Invoice" and any other descriptive information as appropriate. |
| 9.023 | Manufacturer's Invoice Reviewed | Required if New Construction is Yes | Yes | No | Indicates whether the appraiser reviewed and analyzed the manufacturer's invoice for the manufactured home. Note: A photo or image of the invoice may be provided, which displays in Manufactured Home Exhibits. An additional caption may be provided indicating "Manufacturer's Invoice" and any other descriptive information as appropriate. |
| 9.024 | Invoice(s) Appear Reasonable | Required if Retailer's Invoice Reviewed is Yes or Manufacturer's Invoice Reviewed is Yes | Yes | No | Indicates whether, based on the analysis of the manufacturer's invoice and / or retailer's invoice, the content appears to be reasonable. |
| 9.025 | Commentary on Why Invoice(s) Not Reasonable | Required if Invoice(s) Appear Reasonable is No | Free-form | Explain the results of the analysis and why the invoice(s) were determined to not be reasonable. |
Manufactured Home Commentary#

Manufactured Home - Dwellings - Commentary
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.026 | Manufactured Home Commentary | If applicable | Free-form | Commentary could include information pertinent to the Manufactured Home section that is not captured in the discrete data, or additional details to support the discrete data that is provided. |
Manufactured Home Exhibits#
All photos or images related to the Manufactured Home section are displayed in the Manufactured Home Exhibits subsection. If there are no photos or images, this subsection does not display.
Manufactured Home - Dwellings - Exhibits
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| See iGuide | Manufactured Home Exhibits | If applicable | Photos or images | Photos or images relevant to the Manufactured Home section may be provided, which display in Manufactured Home Exhibits. If the photo is not specifically indicated, provide a caption to further identify the photo. |
Manufactured Homes that are ADUs (Outbuildings)#
If the manufactured home is a standalone ADU, an abbreviated set of information for the Manufactured Home section displays (after the Outbuilding section for the ADU). Reference Types of Structures for more information to determine whether the manufactured home is considered a dwelling or outbuilding.

Note: Some manufactured home information displays for both dwellings and outbuildings that are ADUs. The "When to Include" column in this subchapter only references manufactured homes that are outbuildings (ADUs).
- Structure Type is Outbuilding, Outbuilding Type (12.001) is Manufactured Home, and Units in Structure (12.003) is 1 or more
General Information#

Manufactured Home - ADUs - General Information
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.003 | Attached to Permanent Foundation | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the manufactured home is attached to a permanent foundation. Note: If the foundation area is readily accessible, a photo must be provided, which displays in Manufactured Home Exhibits. Provide a caption indicating "Foundation" and any other descriptive information as appropriate. |
| 9.004 | Towing Hitch, Wheels, Axels Removed | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the towing hitch, wheels, and axles have been removed from the frame of the manufactured home creating a more permanent structure. If No, reference published guidelines by the GSEs, government agencies, or other identified secondary market participants for specific guidance. |
| 9.007 | Have there been any modifications, attachments or additions that have altered or rely on the original structure for support? | Always required | Yes | No | Structural Modifications Exist: Indicates whether modifications, attachments, or additions have been made that altered or rely upon the original dwelling for support. Select No when the additions, such as an attached garage, were originally designed for the structure. Reference published guidelines by the GSEs, government agencies, or other identified secondary market participants for specific guidance. |
| 9.008 | Modification, Attachment, or Addition | Required if Structural Modifications Exist is Yes | Choose one or more allowable answers from the Definition / Additional Guidance column | - Carport - Deck - Garage - Living Area - Porch - Sunroom - Other (Describe) |
| 9.009 | Description of Modification, Attachment, or Addition | Required if Structural Modifications Exist is Yes | Free-form | Detailed description of the modification, attachment, or addition that has altered the manufactured home's structure or relies on it for support. |
HUD Data Plate#
Note: If the HUD Data Plate is not available, indicate in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026) the source of the data provided.
Manufactured Home - ADUs - HUD Data Plate
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.010 | HUD Data Plate Attached | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the manufactured home has a HUD data plate (also referred to as the Manufactured Home Data Plate or Compliance Certificate) attached within the manufactured home. If the HUD Data Plate is not attached but is available, select No and explain in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026). Reference published guidelines by the GSEs, government agencies, or other identified secondary market participants for specific guidance. If available, a photo or image of the HUD Data Plate or the verification source must be provided. The photos or images display in Manufactured Home Exhibits, with the caption "HUD Data Plate". An additional caption may be provided to further identify each photo or image. |
| 9.012 | Serial Number | Required if HUD Data Plate Attached is Yes or if available | Free-form | The serial number per section of the manufactured home, as shown on the HUD data plate or other source. |
HUD Certification Label#
Note: If the HUD Certification Label is not available for all sections, indicate in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026) the source of the data provided.
Manufactured Home - ADUs - HUD Certification Label
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.016 | Label Present for all Sections | Always required | Yes | No | Indicates whether the HUD Certification Label (also referred to as the HUD Certification, Construction Code Label, Certification Label, HUD Label, or Red Tag) is present and attached to all sections of the manufactured home. - Yes (the HUD Label is attached for all sections). - No (the HUD Label is not attached for at least one of the sections). Note: If the HUD Certification Label is not attached but is available, select No and explain in Manufactured Home Commentary (9.026). |
| 9.017 | HUD Certification Number | Required if Label Present for all Sections is Yes, or if available | Free-form | The certification number per section of the manufactured home as shown on the HUD Certification Label, HUD data plate, or other source. |
| See iGuide | HUD Certification Number | Always required | Photo or image | HUD Certification Number Photo A photo or image of all HUD Certification Label(s) (or the verification source if the HUD Certification Label(s) are not present) must be provided. The photos or images display in Manufactured Home Exhibits, with the caption "HUD Certification Label". An additional caption may be provided to further identify each photo or image. |
Manufactured Home Commentary#
Manufactured Home - ADUs - Commentary
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.026 | Manufactured Home Commentary | If applicable | Free-form | Commentary could include information pertinent to the Manufactured Home section that is not captured in the discrete data, or additional details to support the discrete data that is provided. |
Manufactured Home Exhibits#
All photos or images related to the Manufactured Home section are displayed in the Manufactured Home Exhibits subsection. If there are no photos or images, this subsection does not display.
Manufactured Home - ADUs - Exhibits
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| See iGuide | Manufactured Home Exhibits | If applicable | Photos or images | Photos or images relevant to the Manufactured Home section may be provided, which display in Manufactured Home Exhibits. If the photo or image is not specifically indicated, provide an additional caption to further identify each photo or image. |