Substitute House Bill No. 5226 aims to improve the governance and operational standards of mobile manufactured homes and parks in Connecticut. Key provisions include a requirement for members of fair rent commissions to complete training on relevant laws starting January 1, 2027, and the establishment of regional fair rent commissions treated as municipalities for liability purposes. The bill mandates mobile manufactured home park owners to provide detailed disclosure statements to residents regarding their rights, obligations, rental fees, and conditions for resale. Significant changes include the repeal of certain sections and the introduction of new language clarifying residents' rights, particularly concerning relocation expenses when parks are repurposed, with compensation amounts ranging from $7,000 to $20,000 based on notice timing.

The bill also modifies the compensation structure for residents affected by park operations, establishing a tiered system for notices expiring between October 1, 2000, and October 1, 2026, and after that date. It requires park owners to provide at least sixty days' written notice for rental agreement terminations, except for nonpayment cases, which require thirty days. Additionally, the bill mandates that park owners disclose periodic fees to residents and acknowledges residents' complaints regarding violations. House Amendment "A" removed the requirement for regional councils of governments to establish a fair rent commission if a mobile home park exists in their jurisdiction, while adding training and liability provisions for fair rent commission members. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance protections for residents and ensure compliance with updated regulations.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 21-71
GL Joint Favorable Substitute: 21-71
File No. 374: 21-71
File No. 741: 21-71