Business or Occupancy Permit?

[Kellen Driscoll]

Hey BP,

The mobile home park that I am looking at purchasing has a valid permit from the county health department. I had read to ask for the business permit or occupancy permit and that a mobile home park with issues with either of these permits is something not to take lightly.

I suppose it would be best to talk to an attorney to see if these permits are required in my area of Florida? Anyone have experience here?

Thanks!

Kellen

[John Jacobus]

Talk to:

1. The county planning/zoning office to determine if a permit is required to operate the park and the zoning status of your park (legal conforming, legal non-conforming (I.e., grandfathered) or illegal).
2. The county or state department of health and/or environmental quality to determine the status of any outstanding violations and permits needed to operate the utilities in the park (if applicable).

Definitely include your attorney but also understand that speaking with the local governing agencies and obtaining details in writing is critical.