House Bill No. 5111 seeks to amend regulations governing mobile manufactured homes and parks, with an effective date of October 1, 2025. The bill introduces new definitions such as "ancillary fee," "dwelling unit," "licensee," and "park owner," while repealing outdated terms. A key provision requires park owners to maintain and publish a comprehensive list of ancillary fees on their websites and within the parks. Additionally, the bill mandates the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to create regulations for a disclosure statement that outlines the rights and obligations of both park owners and residents, including details about rental fees and conditions for mobile home sales. It emphasizes transparency by requiring that a completed disclosure statement be provided to prospective residents before rental agreements are signed and to existing residents at the time of their first rental agreement renewal after the regulations take effect.

The bill also enhances protections for residents by establishing a complaint process for reporting violations and modifying conditions under which rental agreements can be terminated. It allows terminations only for specific reasons, such as nonpayment of rent, and requires a 90-day notice for rent increases, up from the previous 30 days. Furthermore, it prohibits unfair provisions in rental agreements, such as excessive late fees or waiving rights. The bill also outlines the process for resident associations to purchase mobile home parks, requiring park owners to be notified and allowing a 365-day negotiation period. Overall, HB5111 aims to improve transparency, fairness, and protections for residents in mobile manufactured home parks while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Statutes affected:
Committee Bill: 21-64, 21-70, 21-71, 21-83
GL Joint Favorable: 21-64, 21-70, 21-71, 21-83
File No. 584: 21-64, 21-70, 21-71, 21-83