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Permits & requirements in Florida
Last verified July 2026
A manufactured home moving through Florida travels under an FDOT over-dimension permit — a trip permit for a single move or a blanket permit for regular routes — issued by the FDOT State Permit Office through its Permit Application System. On top of the state permit, a separate local county permit is required for the move and setup.
Source: Florida DOT · State Permit Office
Florida requires an oversize/overweight permit for any load wider than 8 feet 6 inches (102 inches). A manufactured home is almost always wider than that, so in practice a permit is required for essentially every home move.
Source: Florida DOT · FLHSMV
Florida requires at least one escort vehicle for a home over 12 to 14 feet wide, along with four warning lights. Over 14 feet, two escorts are required. Above 15 feet, a State Police escort may be added. Homes up to 16 feet wide can be permitted through the online system; wider loads need special handling.
Source: Florida Admin. Code 14-26.012
Florida has the strictest wind-zone rules in the country: no part of the state is Wind Zone I. Most of Florida is HUD Wind Zone II, and 14 hurricane-exposed coastal and South Florida counties are the highest, Wind Zone III. A manufactured home must be built for the wind zone of the county where it's installed, so a home rated for a lower zone can't be placed in a higher one. There's no state seismic requirement.
Wind Zone III counties: Broward, Charlotte, Collier, Miami-Dade, Franklin, Gulf, Hendry, Lee, Manatee, Martin, Monroe, Palm Beach, Pinellas, Sarasota.
Source: FLHSMV · HUD 24 CFR 3280.305
A manufactured home in Florida is installed by an installer licensed through the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV), using auger anchors and tie-downs. After a local inspection, the home receives a Certificate of Occupancy before it can be occupied. Homes built after June 15, 1976 must carry their HUD label.
Source: Florida Admin. Code 15C-1 / 15C-2
Because homes built before June 15, 1976 predate the HUD code, they're treated as the lowest wind zone — which in practice makes them very hard to place in Florida, where every county is Wind Zone II or III. Older homes also require a pre-move inspection. The effect comes from Florida's wind-zone siting rules combined with local inspection, rather than a single outright ban.
Source: Florida Admin. Code 15C-1 (wind-zone siting)
The transport permit belongs to the mover, who applies through the FDOT Permit Application System. FDOT permits cover state-jurisdiction roads; local roads fall under the county permit. As a concierge move, the licensed carrier handles the FDOT permit for you.
Source: Florida DOT · FAC 14-26
The setup permit is handled through the local building department, and the installer must hold a state license. Transport and installation are two separate licensed roles in Florida — the mover brings the home, and the licensed installer sets and certifies it at the site.
Source: Florida Statutes §320.8249
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mobile Home Moving in Florida
How much does it cost to move a mobile home in Florida in 2026?
Mobile home moving costs in Florida in 2026 typically range from $3,000 to $18,000 for transport alone, depending on the size of the home and the distance traveled. For local moves under 50 miles, a single-wide home generally costs between $3,000 and $8,000, while a double-wide home averages between $7,000 and $14,000. Long-distance relocations exceeding 200 miles can reach $12,000 for single-wides and $20,000 or more for double-wides. Full-service relocation—including utility disconnection, site preparation, and installation—can add an additional $4,000 to $12,000 depending on site conditions and permitting requirements.
How much does professional setup and installation add to a Florida move?
Beyond the transport itself, the licensed setup is a separate line item. Blocking, leveling, and tie-downs alone typically run around $9,000 for a double-wide, and once you add utility hookups, skirting, a dirt pad, and steps, full installation commonly lands in the $20,000–$30,000 range. The FLHSMV-licensed installer's own permit and licensing fees add roughly $1,000, with county impact fees on top.
Does a missing HUD label cost me money in Florida?
Indirectly, yes. Florida ties the label to titling, permitting, and insurability, so a home without it can't be financed or insured — and in a hurricane state, no coverage is a dealbreaker. If the home is post-1976, a HUD Label Verification Letter (ordered from IBTS using the data plate) is an inexpensive fix, usually well under $100. If it predates June 1976 there's no label to recover, and the cost shows up as a home you often can't legally site or insure in Florida at all.
How much does the FDOT permit add to the cost of my move?
The permit itself is minor next to the transport — an FDOT single-trip oversize permit starts around $15 for loads up to 14 ft wide and climbs as the home gets wider, while movers who relocate homes regularly buy an annual blanket permit for about $150. A double-wide needs a permit per section. It's a small line item; the real cost drivers are distance, escorts, and setup.
How much does Florida's wind-zone anchoring add to the cost?
More than in most states, because Florida is entirely Wind Zone II or III and requires heavier anchoring under Rule 15C-1. Tie-down and anchor work typically runs $2,100–$9,150, with most jobs landing $3,500–$6,500 — and a higher wind zone pushes you toward the top of that range, since it triggers more anchors and heavier equipment. Budget for the zone your destination sits in, not the one the home came from.
What are the logistical differences between moving a Single-Wide and a Double-Wide in Florida?
A single-wide home is transported as one unit, making it simpler and more cost-effective. A double-wide must be separated into two sections, each requiring its own transport permit, equipment, and escort arrangements. After delivery, the sections must be reassembled and sealed along the marriage line, which adds labor time and requires specialized installation expertise—especially in Florida where wind compliance is critical.
Who is responsible for utility reconnections in Florida?
While licensed installers handle the physical connection of utilities, the homeowner must ensure the site is properly prepared and permitted. In Florida, local counties often require inspections for electrical, water, and sewer connections before services can be activated. Coordination with local utility providers is essential to avoid delays.
Does moving an older mobile home cost more in Florida?
he bigger issue isn't the moving price — it's that a pre-1976 home is effectively Wind Zone I and is very hard to legally site or insure anywhere in Florida, so you can pay for the move and still be unable to place or cover it. Even newer-but-older post-1976 homes may need anchoring or code upgrades to pass installation inspection, and those retrofits — not the transport — are where the money goes.
How much do escort vehicles add to the cost in Florida?
Escorts are one of Florida's bigger add-ons because the state requires them early — one escort at 12–14 ft, two above 14 ft, and one of those must be a law-enforcement escort (with the highway patrol possibly involved above 15 ft). A standard pilot car runs roughly $2 per mile, but the mandatory law-enforcement escort is billed at an officer's hourly rate, which can add hundreds more per day. On a wide double-wide, escorts alone can climb into four figures.
What should I check before hiring a Florida mobile home mover?
Always verify that your installer is licensed and that your transporter holds valid oversize load permits through FDOT. Reputable movers should also carry specialized insurance that covers damage during transport and installation. In Florida, it is especially important to confirm experience with hurricane wind zone compliance, as improper installation can lead to costly issues and failed inspections.
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