Can I put a mobile home on my property in Illinois?
Unlike many states, at the present time there are no statewide requirements in Illinois for the entire installation of manufactured homes. The installer also must be aware of local building code requirements that may pertain to the installation of the home.
Do you need a license to sell mobile homes in Illinois?
Illinois manufactured home dealers must be licensed following the passage of House Bill 1056. Manufactured home dealers’ licenses also allow them to sell park models, which are also unable to self-propel but are less than 400 square feet, built on a vehicle chassis and not intended for permanent residence.
How do I register a mobile home in Illinois?
Registration of Mobile Homes When purchasing a new or used Mobile Home, the owner of each inhabited mobile home located in the State of Illinois must file a mobile home registration form within thirty (30) days with the County Clerk’s Office.
Do you pay sales tax on a mobile home in Illinois?
Property Tax is the largest single tax in Illinois and is a major source of revenue for local government taxing districts. Mobile homes and manufactured homes located on a dealer’s lot for resale purposes or as a temporary office are not subject to this tax.
How much does it cost to transfer a mobile home title in Illinois?
No notary is needed. A $95 fee will be required when transferring title. Buyers must show proof of Illinois residency. If for any reason a lien needs to be placed on the title, this will be done at the DMV while talking with the clerk that is helping you.
Do manufactured homes own the land?
Mobile homes, also known as “manufactured homes,” are built in a factory and placed on a trailer chassis to allow them to be moved. Mobile homes are sometimes placed in a mobile home park or on leased land. In these cases, the owner rents a space or leases land, but owns the mobile home itself.
How are manufactured homes taxed in Illinois?
Mobile homes and manufactured homes in mobile home parks are assessed and taxed as chattel under the “Mobile Home Local Services Tax” (35 ILCS 515/). Mobile homes are taxed at a statutory declining rate based on square footage and the age of the mobile home.
How do you transfer ownership of a mobile home in Illinois?
Contact the local Secretary of State. They may provide you with “bond for title” procedures. The buyer will complete paperwork, pay a fee, provide the state a bond (via paying a bond company $500-$1,500), and the state gives you clear Title.