There are five different types of environmental review and selecting the correct one is based upon the proposed project activities.
The Exempt level of review applies to projects that have no physical component, only planning or administration such as:
Before you begin the environmental review process you need to define the project. This sounds easy, but it is important to understand the proposed project scope in its entirety and include all potential activities that could be part of the project. According to federal regulations, the project description should include all phases or all known work anticipated in the next three to five years. You must group together and evaluate as a single project all individual activities which are related geographically or functionally or are logical parts of a composite action.
Since 1969, California has required that all local governments (cities and counties) adequately plan to meet the housing needs of everyone in the community, at all income levels. California’s local governments meet this requirement by adopting housing plans as part of their “general plan” (also required by the state). A general plan serves as a local government’s blueprint for how the city and/or county will grow and develop and includes eight elements: land use, transportation, conservation, noise, open space, safety, environmental justice, and housing.
Federal grant programs like CDBG, HOME, and ESG require an Environmental Review in accordance with 24 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 58. The environmental review process can range from relatively simple to very complex environmental reviews depending on the scope of the project.
The design and construction of factory-built housing and FBH building components are inspected and approved by HCD-certified third-party agencies. For more information, visit the Third Party Agencies page.
A HCD insignia of approval informs local building officials that the unit has been inspected and approved in accordance with the approved plans, which must be submitted to the local agency. Installation of factory-built housing or building components is subject to inspection by the local building department.
Thank you for visiting the California Department of Housing and Community Development’s website. HCD’s mission is to promote safe, affordable homes and vibrant, inclusive, sustainable communities for all Californians. On this page, you will find quick information on some of HCD’s programs, services and resources.
| Description of Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure/Repossession Fee | $35 |
| Foreclosure/Repossession Fee Penalty | $25 |
| Transfer Fee | $35 |
| Transfer Fee Penalty | $25 |
| Duplicate Certificate of Title | $25 |
| Duplicate Registration Card | $25 |
| Opening Escrow Fee | $35 |
| Informal Title Search (Faxed or Mailed) | $25 |
When you have a loan for your manufactured home, mobilehome, commercial modular, floating home, or truck camper, the lender holds the Certificate of Title and is listed as the legal owner of the home. This means there is a “lien” against your home; which can prevent you from selling your property. Once you have paid off your loan, the lien should be removed by removing the lender from your Certificate of Title.
