NFPA 501A-2017 PDF Download

The NFPA 501A-2017 standard aims to improve fire protection levels for people and property in manufactured homes and communities. It provides guidelines for the installation of manufactured homes, including accessory buildings and structures, as well as the layout and design of home sites and communities.

The standard establishes minimum criteria regarding manufactured home separations, setback requirements for accessory buildings and community buildings, provisions related to general fuel supply and electrical services, and life safety and fire safety measures. It emphasizes the importance of addressing fire safety considerations for residents in manufactured housing.

The 2017 edition of the NFPA 501A standard also includes important changes, such as referencing the NFPA 13D standard for the maintenance and testing of home fire sprinkler systems. This ensures that owners follow recommended practices for sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings and manufactured homes.

The standard is essential for manufacturers and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) involved in the construction and regulation of manufactured homes. It also includes an informational annex that outlines the responsibilities of manufactured home residents in maintaining fire safety.