The bill amends Florida Statutes concerning mobile home park lot tenancies, enhancing the authority of the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes. It empowers individuals harmed by violations of state law to file complaints with the Department of Legal Affairs, which is tasked with enforcing compliance and establishing rules. Key provisions include criteria for courts to evaluate unreasonable rent increases, requirements for mobile home park owners to adopt electronic billing practices, and mandates for providing detailed expense documentation when proposing rent hikes. Additionally, the bill introduces a mediation framework for disputes between park owners and residents, with the Department of Legal Affairs authorized to appoint mediators if one party declines to mediate.

House Bill 703 also revises laws related to mobile home park tenancies and relocation assistance. It stipulates that park owners may terminate tenancies after 10 days of non-payment following a written demand and allows various individuals or organizations to make rental payments on behalf of mobile home owners, which must be accepted by park owners. The bill increases relocation assistance amounts for mobile home owners and introduces provisions for abandoning homes in exchange for compensation. It also clarifies the obligations of park owners regarding abandoned homes and outlines conditions for terminating rental agreements due to significant damage from flooding. The act is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 703 Filed: 723.005, 723.022, 723.023, 723.038, 723.0611, 723.011