| Boating is an integral part of life on the gulf coast. Here you will find a collection of links for the boater. True many of these are not specific to the gulf coast. They are here for information to heplk with your coastal boating adventures. |
| Builders Information Q & A |
Is it legal to build my own boat?
You can build your own boat for your own personal use. You may be reguired to comply with certain regulations in your state |
If I build my own boat will I be able to get a registration number?
If the boat you are building is of the type that requires it to be registered, in most states this means one powered by wind or a motor, the boat must have a "hull identification number' in order to be registered. Your state probably has a procedure to obtain a hull identification number for your home built boat. Check with the boat licensing authority in your state. |
How do I get a hull identification number if I am building boats for resale?
There are a number of regulations that apply. You can obtain a package of information for new manufacturers through the mail. The information packet covers regulations and other requirements, such as how to get a manufacturers identification code (MIC). To obtain the package you can write to:
Commandant (G-OPB-3)
U.S. Coast Guard
Room 3100
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Or call: (202) 267-0984 |
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