This law states that if parts of it are very similar to existing laws on the same topic, they should be seen as a continuation or rewriting of those laws rather than brand new laws.

In this law section, when something is described as 'approved,' it means it meets all the necessary criteria to get the department's official go-ahead or stamp of approval.

A "conditional permit" is a type of permit given by the enforcement agency that allows for the building, rebuilding, or running of a mobilehome park. This permit can include specific conditions that must be followed regarding how the park is used or occupied.

This section of the law specifies that whenever the term “Department” is mentioned, it refers to the Department of Housing and Community Development.

This law defines an 'enforcement agency' as the Department of Housing and Community Development, or any local government entity like a city or county that has taken on the responsibility to enforce the laws in this part according to Section 18300.

This section defines a 'lease' as an agreement, either spoken or in writing, that allows someone to use and live in a property. It involves paying rent.

This section defines a 'lot' as a piece of land or part of a mobilehome park that is set aside or used for one manufactured home, mobilehome, or recreational vehicle.

This section states that the term “manufactured home” refers to the definition provided in another specific section, which is Section 18007. It means when you see 'manufactured home' in this part of the law, it uses the same definition as Section 18007 does.

This law defines what counts as a "manufactured housing community" in California. Basically, it's any land with two or more lots for manufactured homes built under certain safety standards where the lot and home rent are considered one. Some exceptions exist: areas zoned for agriculture that house 12 or fewer farmworkers in manufactured homes aren't considered such communities. Also, places with rental homes that meet specific safety standards are not deemed mobilehome parks, provided these homes meet local approval for safety and standards.

This section states that the term “mobilehome” refers to the definition provided in Section 18008.

This law defines what is meant by a "mobilehome accessory building or structure." It includes things like awnings, cabanas, garages, and similar additions or buildings that are used by people living in a manufactured home, mobilehome, or RV on a property.

This law defines what constitutes a 'mobilehome park' in California. It's any land with two or more lots rented or leased for manufactured homes, mobilehomes, or recreational vehicles for living in. The lot rental is part of the home rental cost. However, it doesn't permit renting spaces for RVs against another civil code. Certain areas, like those with employee housing (meeting specific criteria) or those with structures qualifying under federal or local standards, are exempt from being labeled mobilehome parks.

Similarly, areas with manufactured home accessory dwelling units are also not considered mobilehome parks.

This law defines the term “park” as any place that is a manufactured housing community or mobilehome park.

This law states that the term “multi-unit manufactured housing” follows the definition provided in a different section, specifically Section 18008.7. It implies that for legal purposes, when you see this term in this part of the law, you should refer to Section 18008.7 to understand its meaning.

This section defines a 'permanent building' as a lasting structure, which is not prefabricated housing, that is owned and controlled by the owner or operator of a mobile home park and is not located on a lot.

A "plan checking agency" is a private company that hires at least one state-licensed architect or engineer to review plans for constructing mobilehome parks. This includes checking buildings, fixtures, utilities, and streets to make sure they follow the rules. They must also send a list of the people who review these plans to the state department, including their license details and qualifications.

This law section says that the term "recreational vehicle" in this context should be understood in the same way it's defined in another law, specifically Section 18010.

This law defines "rent" as any money or form of payment given to use, possess, and occupy a property.

This law states that the term "commercial modular" should be understood as it is defined in another law, specifically Section 18001.8.

This section clarifies that the term “special purpose commercial modular” should be understood as defined by Section 18012.5.