Wake County is doubling down on its efforts to maintain the quality of living within its manufactured home communities, where over 3,000 residents reside. With summer placing extra demands on resources, the County's biannual inspections are a key component in protecting public health and ensuring that people have reliable services. As reported by the Wake County, Commissioner Safiyah Jackson emphasized the importance of these checks, stating, "Like other community spaces, these inspections help to ensure residents have a safe, healthy, and dignified environment to live and play."
The inspection process is thorough, with a general review and a compliance check to quickly identify and rectify any potential issues. Homes using septic systems are subject to two general safety inspections and two compliance checks annually, whereas those without are inspected at least once a year. As per Wake County's Onsite Water Protection Division, these rounds are to be sure and adequately inspect water supply systems and prevent wastewater contamination.
Inspections also tackle the way garbage is disposed of and pest control measures are managed. WakeGov notes that Evan Kane, Director of the Onsite Water Protection Division, has clarified the responsibility park owners have, saying, "Park owners and managers must follow all Wake County rules to keep their communities safe. If there is a problem, they are responsible for fixing it promptly to protect residents," as per the Wake County's news release.
Addressing the ownership model in which residents typically own their homes but rent the land, the term "manufactured home" has been in use since 1976, marking a significant update in safety and construction regulations, according to the Wake County.
