How To Register Homemade Trailer In California

Do all trailers need to be registered in california.

How to register homemade trailer in california. Before going to the dmv i did some searches of the teardrops tiny travel trailers forum and learned a few things. For original registration of a travel trailer that exceeds 40 feet 480 inches but does not exceed 48 feet 576 inches the applicant must submit. In california all utility trailers must be registered with the permanent trailer idenfitication pti program which is operated by the california department of motor vehicles dmv. Most states require that homemade trailer over a certain weight must have a title so take your trailer to a local car garage or body shop and ask to have it weighed. I also discovered a few more things during the process and some friends told me some other tips.

Bring your vehicle to a dmv office for verification. Utility trailer registrations must be renewed every five years. A vehicle verification by an authorized dmv employee. You must register your trailer in california within 10 days of acquiring it. To register a specially constructed vehicle including a kit commercial vehicle you will need.

A completed application for title or registration reg 343 form. Registering a homebuilt utility trailer at the calif dmv. If the trailer was purchased from a dealer the dealer will handle the registration and transfer of title for you. So we have a ca license plate for our home made teardrop trailer. Utility trailers include any trailer used to transport horses.

A statement of facts reg 256 form which describes the vehicle and lists the length in section g. The following process is required. Register your trailer with the california department of motor vehicles dmv. In california utility trailers must be registered with the california department of motor vehicles in accordance with the permanent trailer identification program.