NC H769

Amends G.S. 153A-341.1 to establish that counties cannot restrict placement of manufactured homes in areas zoned for single-family residential use, except in historic districts or tourism-dependent areas (not exceeding 10% of county land).

Defines "manufactured home" as a dwelling meeting U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development safety and construction standards as of the permit application date, with structural additions complying with North Carolina State Building Code.

Authorizes counties to adopt reasonable appearance criteria for manufactured homes designed to protect property values, preserve neighborhood character, and promote health, safety, and welfare, but prohibits criteria that effectively ban manufactured home placement.

Preserves the validity of restrictive covenants running with the land that may further limit manufactured home placement.

Becomes effective upon enactment and applies to zoning decisions and permits issued on or after that date.