Which type of commercial coach is exempt from annual registration with the Department?

The type of commercial coach that is exempt from annual registration with the Department is one that is installed on a foundation system. This exemption typically applies because units that are permanently affixed to a foundation are often considered to be real property rather than mobile or temporary structures. As a result, they may not be subject to the same regulatory requirements, including annual registration, that apply to units classified as mobile homes or those that can be relocated.

When a commercial coach is set on a foundation, it is treated more like a permanent structure, similar to traditional buildings. This distinction is important in regulatory terms, as the Department focuses on ensuring safety and compliance for mobile units that may pose risks if not regularly inspected due to their ability to be moved.

In contrast, other options, such as units with titles in a company name, units installed on private property, or units leased instead of purchased, do not inherently provide the same rationale for exemption from annual registration. Those units may still be regarded as mobile or temporary and therefore still fall under the jurisdiction of the registration requirements of the Department.