Does a mobile home mover in New York need a USDOT number?

A USDOT number is required for moves within New York when the vehicle or combination weighs 10,001 lbs or more. Moves that cross a state line need a USDOT number in every state.

Mobile Home Moving Laws and Licensing in New York

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?

New York has no license specific to mobile-home movers.

Mobile home licenses in New York

Installing (not a moving license)

New York Manufactured Home Installer CertificationIssued by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Manufactured Housing ProgramsLook up a license

USDOT and operating authority

A USDOT number is required for moves within New York when the vehicle or combination weighs 10,001 lbs or more. Source
Moves that cross a state line need a USDOT number in every state. Source

Licensed mobile home movers in New York

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

Questions

Do you need a license to move a mobile home in New York?: New York has no license specific to mobile-home movers.
Does a mobile home mover in New York need a USDOT number?: A USDOT number is required for moves within New York when the vehicle or combination weighs 10,001 lbs or more. Moves that cross a state line need a USDOT number in every state.

Mobile home moving laws and licensing in New York