Handicapped Accessibility
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Manufactured/Modular Homes

Generally speaking, most manufacturers will not make extensive changes in order to accommodate handicapped persons but will do some changes such as putting in wider doors, such as 36 in. throughout, placing handicapped faucets, toilets, assist bars for tubs etc. Some will even lower counters and cook top surfaces so they are more accessible. Most manufacturers have pull out shelving available.

Almost anything that a manufacturer does when changing anything in a home, is an extra charge if for nothing more than labor costs. Any structural changes have to be authorized by H.U.D. and design and engineering fees paid for those changes.

If you are really interested in a handicapped access home, the best thing to do, as always, is to check with dealers and see what they have to offer and what the home would cost as you would want it. We strongly advise people to do this anyway instead of purchasing a "lot" model that has been sitting around a long time with all kinds of people walking through it. This would also give you the chance to pick a floorplan that best suits your needs. Choosing the right floorplan is a crucial step toward accessibility.