This bill amends the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, specifically sections 5775, 5777, 5779, and 5783, to establish clearer guidelines regarding the termination of tenancies in mobile home parks. It stipulates that a tenant's lease cannot be terminated without just cause, which is defined to include various violations such as unlawful use of the mobile home site, failure to comply with lease agreements or park regulations, and repeated late payments of rent. The bill also introduces specific language changes, such as replacing "shall" with "must" to emphasize the obligations of tenants and park owners, and clarifies the rights of tenants to request an in-person conference with the park owner after receiving a demand for possession.

Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures following a judgment for possession, including the options available to tenants regarding their mobile homes, such as selling or moving the home, and the conditions that must be met for these actions. It mandates that the owner of the mobile home park provide criteria for tenant applications within five days of a judgment and retains jurisdiction over the case until the mobile home is sold or removed. The bill also repeals section 5781 of the Revised Judicature Act and specifies that its enactment is contingent upon the passage of related legislation.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (S-3): 600.5775, 600.5781
Senate Introduced Bill: 600.5775, 600.5781
As Passed by the Senate: 600.5775, 600.5781