What does residential spec mean on a caravan?
What does residential spec mean on a caravan?
BS 3632 is a residential specification which means the mobile home is designed for residential use.
What is BS3632 residential specification?
BS3632 is the British Standard to which residential park homes (and some lodges) are built. They are suitable for permanent residence (depending on the site licence), and all year round use. EN1647 is the European standard for caravan lodges, which are suitable for temporary, or seasonal holiday use only.
What is the lifespan of a park home?
70 to 80 years
People often assume that a park home will have a shorter life-span than a regular bricks and mortar house, but this is not the case. A well-built park home that is properly maintained can be expected to last 70 to 80 years, or longer with the right care.
What is a residential park home?
Park Home is the commonly used term for a mobile home that is located on a protected site. Park homes are a unique form of homeownership – Unlike a traditional property, a park homeowner owns the structure of the home itself but not the ground it is located on.
What does bs3632 mean?
BS 3632 is the British Standard to which residential park homes (and some lodges) are built. In 2005 the British Standard for park homes, BS 3632:2005, was updated to be more in-line with conventional forms of housing and to ensure that park homes were suitable for permanent residential use.
Are new static caravans well insulated?
Whilst it is true the best static caravans have excellent insulation. however poor insulation is a significant concern for some. But it’s reassuring to note that there are several ways you can boost your static caravan’s insulation and make its internal temperature bearable.
What does BS3632 mean?
How high is a static caravan?
An easy to use size guide to our all caravans
| Model | Overall height (m) (H1) | Overall body length (m) (L4) |
|---|---|---|
| Baywater | 3.53 | 11.02 |
| 36’x12′ 2 Bed | ||
| Baywater | 3.53 | 11.63 |
| 38’x12′ 2 Bed |
Can you live in a park home permanently?
Residential parks are open all year round and you can live there permanently in a purpose built park home. They do not usually allow static caravans to be lived in. Residents are protected with security of tenure by the Mobile Homes Act if the park is registered with a residential licence.
What are residential park homes made of?
While traditional properties are made from brick, cement, mortar and tile, park homes use strong and alternative materials for a long-term purpose. While there is nothing wrong with brick housing, there is a specific look to park homes which is only possible through using steel and timber.
What is a BS 3632 Park home?
BS 3632 is the British Standard to which residential park homes (and some lodges) are built. All Omar’s park homes and luxury lodges are built to BS 3632.
What is the BS 3632 standard?
BS 3632 is the British Standard to which residential park homes (and some lodges) are built.
What is the difference between a BS 3632 and en 1647 Lodge?
Lodges can be built to BS 3632 or EN 1647. EN 1647 is the European standard for caravan holiday homes, which are suitable for temporary, or seasonal holiday use only, whereas BS 3632 lodges are built to the residential standard for park homes, and are suitable for permanent residence (depending on the site licence) and all year round use.
What Bs are Omar’s Park Homes built to?
All Omar’s park homes and luxury lodges are built to BS 3632. In 2005 the British Standard for park homes, BS 3632:2005, was updated to be more in-line with conventional forms of housing and to ensure that park homes were suitable for permanent residential use.
