Mobile home moving laws and licensing in Illinois

Researched from public sources, last checked March 14, 2026. Not yet verified by our team: confirm with the agency before relying on it.

Is a license required?

Illinois has no license specific to mobile-home movers.

Mobile home licenses in Illinois

Installing (not a moving license)

Illinois Manufactured Home Installer License (HUD)Issued by HUD Office of Manufactured Housing Programs (Illinois)Look up a license

USDOT and operating authority

Illinois doesn't require a USDOT number for moves that stay within the state. Source
Moves that cross a state line need a USDOT number in every state. Source

Licensed mobile home movers in Illinois

We don't have a Illinois mobile home credential on record for any company yet. Browse mobile home movers in Illinois.

Questions

Do you need a license to move a mobile home in Illinois?: Illinois has no license specific to mobile-home movers.
Does a mobile home mover in Illinois need a USDOT number?: Illinois doesn't require a USDOT number for moves that stay within the state. Moves that cross a state line need a USDOT number in every state.

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