Who is responsible for ensuring manufactured structures meet code requirements?

The responsibility for ensuring manufactured structures meet code requirements primarily falls on building officials. Building officials are tasked with enforcing building codes and ensuring compliance with safety and construction standards. They review plans, conduct inspections, and have the authority to approve or deny buildings based on whether they meet the local, state, and federal regulations.

While architects design these structures with code compliance in mind, and contractors build them according to those designs, it is the building officials who ultimately oversee and ensure that the completed project adheres to the established codes. Homeowners may have an interest in ensuring their structures meet code, but they typically do not have the expertise or authority to determine compliance. This delineation of responsibilities is crucial in maintaining safety and standards in construction.