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Permits & requirements in Georgia
Last verified July 2026
A manufactured home moving through Georgia travels under a manufactured-home oversize permit. Georgia is an outlier in how this works: the rules are set by GDOT, but the permit itself is issued by the Georgia Department of Public Safety's Oversize Permit Unit.
Source: Georgia DPS · GA Rules & Regs Ch. 672-2
Georgia requires an oversize permit for anything wider than 8 feet 6 inches, with special manufactured-home conditions kicking in above 10 feet wide. A home is almost always over the limit, so a permit is effectively always required.
Source: Georgia Rule 672-2-.05
Georgia's escort rules climb with width. A home over 12 to 14 feet 8 inches wide needs a front and rear (or amber lights) on two-lane roads, and a rear or amber on multilane. Over 14 feet 8 inches to 16 feet, a front and rear escort. And notably, homes over 14 feet wide require front and rear police escorts — not just civilian ones.
Source: Georgia Rules & Regs Ch. 672-2
Most of Georgia is HUD Wind Zone I. Six coastal counties are Wind Zone II, built for stronger coastal winds — a home rated for a lower zone can't be installed there. There's no Wind Zone III in Georgia and no state seismic requirement.
Wind Zone II counties: Bryan, Camden, Chatham, Glynn, Liberty, McIntosh.
Source: 24 CFR 3280.305
In Georgia, the installer must buy a $60 installation permit from the Office of Insurance & Safety Fire Commissioner for each home, new or pre-owned. The home is installed per the manufacturer's instructions and the Commissioner's rules, and homes built after June 15, 1976 need their HUD label.
Source: Georgia OCI · O.C.G.A. §8-2-164
Georgia defines a 'mobile home' as one built before June 15, 1976. A pre-owned home relocated on or after September 1, 2010 can't be occupied until it passes inspection and receives a certificate of compliance, so an older home's condition directly affects whether it can be lived in after the move.
Source: Georgia O.C.G.A. §8-2-164
The transport permit belongs to the mover — the Department of Public Safety oversize permit is issued to the carrier. As a concierge move, the licensed carrier holds the permit for you.
Source: Georgia DPS · Rule 672-2
The installation permit is bought by the licensed installer — it's issued only to a licensed installer, can't be transferred, and is attached to the home's panel box. It's issued by the Office of Insurance & Safety Fire Commissioner. Transport and installation are separate licensed roles.
Source: Georgia OCI · Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 120-3-7-.13
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mobile Home Moving in Georgia
How much does it cost to move a mobile home in Georgia in 2026?
Mobile home moving costs in Georgia in 2026 typically range from $2,500 to $14,000 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 $2,500 and $6,500, while a double-wide home averages between $6,000 and $11,000. Long-distance relocations exceeding 200 miles can reach $9,000 for single-wides and $16,000 or more for double-wides. Full-service relocation—including utility disconnection, site preparation, and installation—can add an additional $3,000 to $9,000 depending on site conditions and labor requirements.
What does it actually cost to have my home professionally set up in Georgia?
Setup is priced apart from the haul, and Georgia adds a wrinkle: the installer buys a $60 state installation permit for every home through the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire, on top of their own license and bond. The hands-on work — leveling, blocking, anchoring, tying the home down so it clears inspection — is what lifts a full-service relocation by roughly $3,000 to $8,000 over the transport figure. Whoever quotes the setup should be a licensed, bonded installer; cutting that corner usually backfires when the inspection fails.
If my home's HUD tag is gone, what does that cost me in Georgia?
The plate itself is trivial — the expense is everything its absence blocks. Georgia leans on that red tag for titling, permitting, and installation sign-off, and lenders and insurers look for it too. On a home built after June 1976 you get off cheap: IBTS issues a Label Verification Letter from the data plate or serial number for under $100. Older than that, there's nothing to verify, and the real cost becomes a home few Georgia jurisdictions will let you set up at all.
How big a line item is the Georgia transport permit?
Small. GDOT charges about $30 for a single-trip oversize permit and $150 for an annual one that carriers reuse across jobs, with a double-wide simply needing one per half. Set against mileage, escorts, and the setup crew, the permit barely nudges the total — it's the kind of figure that vanishes into rounding on a real quote.
Will where the home ends up in Georgia change the anchoring price?
For most of the state, no — Georgia sits in Wind Zone I. The coast is the exception: six counties (Bryan, Camden, Chatham, Glynn, Liberty, and McIntosh) fall in Wind Zone II under HUD's federal map, so a home landing near Savannah or Brunswick needs sturdier anchors and extra tie-downs than the same unit would inland. If yours was rated for Zone I and you're headed into that coastal strip, budget for an anchoring upgrade instead of finding out at inspection.
What are the logistical differences between moving a Single-Wide and a Double-Wide in Georgia?
A single-wide home is transported as one unit, making it simpler and more affordable. A double-wide must be separated into two sections, each requiring its own transport permit, equipment, and escort arrangements. After delivery, both halves must be reassembled and secured, which increases labor time and overall cost.
Who is responsible for utility reconnections in Georgia?
While licensed installers perform the physical connections, the homeowner is responsible for ensuring the site is prepared and permitted for utility hookups. Local jurisdictions in Georgia may require inspections for electrical, water, and sewer connections before services can be activated.
Is it more expensive to relocate an older mobile home in Georgia?
The truck won't charge much more for age, but the surrounding costs can pile up. A pre-1976 unit has no HUD label, may fall short of current safety code, and can be turned away by local zoning or a park's own rules — so the bad outcome isn't a pricey haul, it's paying to move a home you then can't legally place. On newer-but-aging homes, the spend usually goes into bringing anchoring and components up to code so the setup passes.
How much should I budget for escorts on a Georgia move?
Treat escorts as a separate charge whenever the load runs wide — most double-wides need at least one, and a working rule of thumb is around $2 per mile per escort car, so a longer haul across Georgia can add several hundred dollars apiece. Wider loads or awkward routes can call for a second. Have the mover spell out the escort line before you sign; it's the add-on people most often forget.
What should I check before hiring a Georgia mobile home mover?
Always verify that your installer is licensed through the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and that your transporter holds valid GDOT oversize load permits. Reputable movers should also carry specialized insurance covering structural damage during transport. Checking experience, reviews, and familiarity with Georgia regulations can help prevent costly delays.
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