Updating and adding to a story posted by MHProNews July 16 concerning restrictions on manufactured housing (MH) placement in Magnolia Ark., the Magnolia City Council will consider the second part of the ordinance, which deals with the particulars of each manufactured dwelling. All homes must have a perimeter foundation enclosure or skirting, shingle or metal roofs, and a built-in porch or a four foot by eight foot landing with steps and a handrail. Concrete, asphalt, or SB-2 or better gravel driveway of no less than a 20 foot width is required, plus off-street parking space for four vehicles. Unless a home is brand new and under warranty, it is subject to a thorough inspection inside and out, including the utility hook-ups, according to magnoliareporter. A manufactured housing community must be at least three acres in size, and each dwelling is to have a minimum of 200 square feet of recreational area, be no taller than 15 feet and sited at least 15 feet away from the nearest home.
