When is the appropriate time for inspectors to visit a dealer's premises?

Inspectors are allowed to visit a dealer's premises at any reasonable time to ensure compliance with regulations and to conduct oversight of the manufactured home industry. This flexibility is crucial as it allows inspectors to perform their duties without being limited to specific times or conditions that could hinder their ability to monitor practices effectively.

Having the ability to visit at any reasonable time means inspectors can choose moments that are not peak operational times for the dealer, allowing them to observe the business in a natural state and identify any potential issues or violations. This enhances transparency and encourages dealers to maintain consistent standards of practice at all times, rather than only during pre-scheduled visits.

In contrast, options suggesting limited visiting times, such as weekends or the last week of the month, would restrict the inspectors’ ability to carry out thorough evaluations and monitoring. An appointment-only system could lead to a lack of spontaneity and might enable non-compliance with regulations if dealers prepared only for scheduled inspections rather than adhering to standards consistently.