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Requirements in a mobile home lease

Leases within mobile home parks must be for at least 2 years and in writing. The owner and tenant can agree to a shorter lease after the 2-year lease has been offered. Month-to-month tenancies are permitted, but the tenant must sign a written statement acknowledging a longer lease term was offered.

The lease must specify:

  • Your specific lot number and lot area,
  • The contact information of the owners and managers of the mobile home park or designated agent,
  • The agreed rent amount,
  • All fees, and 
  • A list of all services and facilities that will be provided by the park owner.

The lease cannot contain any of the following:

  • Charge(s) for move-in or entry fees,
  • Late fees charged before the grace period expires (minimum 5 days beyond the date rent is due),
  • Security deposit in excess of than one month's rent,
  • Responsibility for fees not specifically stated in the lease,
  • Language saying that the park owner can move your mobile home to a different lot during the lease, 
  • A requirement to purchase the mobile home from the park owner, and
  • Waiver of a trial by jury.
Last full review by a subject matter expert
May 21, 2021
Last revised by staff
December 21, 2022

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