Who Has Jurisdiction Over The Construction Of A Modular Building?

Modular buildings are constructed to meet building codes for local/county/state/federal regulations. Sometimes it gets a little tricky to figure out who has final jurisdiction over how a modular building will be constructed and what code it should meet.

In general many states have a regulating department that oversees modular construction. For example in AZ there is the manufactured housing division, In New Mexico there is the construction industries division. Each state in the USA has the "right" to have an oversight division for modular construction. In the case where there is no oversight agency usually the county or local jurisdiction will then take over authority. Each county and local city will have special provisions for modular construction. For example some areas will only allow modular buildings in a location if they are set on permanent foundation systems, others have CCR or visual requirements that the modular building must comply with.

One clear cut line in the sand is tribal and federal agencies. If your modular building is going to a Native American community or a federal site (ie AFB), that location has total jurisdiction. Whatever process they have set up for you to follow, is the process you must take.

When you choose a modular building company that has experience they should be able to tell you:
1. Who has jurisdiction over approval of the modular building
2. Abbreviated version of the permit requirements and process
3. Documents required and building code compliance for getting permits

Modular Solutions, Ltd has been providing custom modular buildings since 1996, and worked with tribal, federal, local/county/state, agencies across the USA.
For more information contact our team solutions!

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Phone: 800-441-8577 x 1
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New Mexico Modular Buildings Approved By CID

When a new modular building is going to be installed in New Mexico the agency that has jurisdiction is CID (Construction Industries Division)
A modular building is the same as traditional construction and requires state approvals and permits for installation. Their website is located at http://www.rld.state.nm.us/construction/

When you are looking for a modular building company They should be licensed, bonded, and insured. See our license as an example:

Tips for finding a qualified Contractor:
1. Do they have an office in New Mexico or do they sell from out of state?
2. Do they build their own buildings or farm it out to another factory source?
3. Do they have a proven track record of projects in your area?
4. Do they hold the appropriate licenses?
5. Can they provide the building, and site work?
6. How long have they been in business?
7. Can the bond the job? bonding is important and is for the protection of the owner.
8. Do they work with agencies like CES or GSA that make local and federal contracting more efficient?
9. Do they Value you as a client and appreciate your business? Get references!

Finding a contractor to provide modular buildings is an easy task if you do your homework. To contact our team at Modular Solutions, Ltd in New Mexico:
(800) 441-8577 x 1


Email: MTrujillo@ModularSolutionsLtd.com or Information@ModularSolutionsLtd.com
Website: www.ModularSolutionsLtd.com

Do steel piers really make a good foundation for modular buildings?

Do steel piers really make a good foundation for modular buildings? Depending on the use of the building typically steel piers make an excellent foundation. You can use precast concrete pads under the pier that are 4" thick x 16" x 16", this really enhances the durability of the foundation. By being able to "re-adjust" your modular building in the future as soils expand and contract the piers are easily adjusted with the soil conditions. In most cases you are required by the local jurisdiction to get a PE stamp or engineering design stamp on the foundation plans you choose. Make sure you hire a local engineering team with experience to make sure your foundation system will not fail. Other types of foundations include concrete or block stem walls with matching piers & footings, precast wall systems, or insulated wall systems. For more details on the best foundation system for your modular building contact the professionals at Modular Solutions, Ltd - www.modularsolutionsltd.com or (800) 441-8577 or email your questions to information@modularsolutionsltd.com