California Mobile Home News & Blog
MHET publishes a blog and monthly newsletter for distribution for mobile home owners living in rental housing communities in the MHET tri-county region.
FAQ May 2026
Q: I manage a park where pets and other animals are getting out of control. Some residents’ dogs are aggressive toward other pets or residents, some residents feed feral cats, and some stray animals wander in packs. How do I solve these problems? A: Contact the city...
The History of Memorial Day
Memorial Day is well celebrated across the nation, acknowledging the U.S. soldiers who fell in battle. This Federal holiday started in the late 1860s after the American Civil War. The Civil War claimed the most lives in U.S. history, and as such, American cities and...
Seasonal Defense to Keep the Pests Out
Your mobile home has a few features that set it apart from site-built houses— and unfortunately, pests know it. The enclosed sub-area beneath your floor and the skirting around your home's perimeter are prime real estate for rodents, ants, and insects looking for a...
Park Roads are Worth More Than You Think
You probably don't give much thought to the roads winding through your mobile home park, but those streets are quietly doing more for you than you might realize. Park roads mean ambulances can reach you quickly in an emergency, your home's foundation stays protected...
FAQ April 2026
Q: Can the government force park management to limit the number of people living in a mobilehome? A: The occupancy standard issue is difficult to solve. The issue has arisen at both the federal and state levels. Legislation has been considered but not enacted to...
What Is Unclaimed Property… And Do I have Any?
Each year, millions of dollars in financial assets are transferred to the State of California as unclaimed property. Unclaimed property refers to financial assets that have had no activity or contact from the owner for a period of time, typically three years. It’s...
Getting Started on Spring Cleaning
With the arrival of spring, many homeowners begin preparing for seasonal cleaning and home refresh projects. A good place to start is by dusting and washing light fixtures and ceiling fans, cleaning windows and window treatments, and deep cleaning...
From Wheels to Walls: How Trailers Became Trusted Homes
Manufactured homes have a rich history in the United States, shaped by technology, economics, and the ongoing need for affordable housing. What many don’t realize is that today’s modern manufactured homes are the result of nearly a century of innovation in factory...
Have a Happy and Blessed Easter
“From death came life, from sorrow came joy; this is the hope of Easter.” – Aloo Denish Obiero “The Easter egg symbolizes our ability to break out of the hardened, protective shell we’ve surrounded ourselves with.” – Siobhan Shaw
FAQ March 2026
Q: Does a resident need a permit from HCD to remodel their home, even though all the changes and upgrades are on the inside? A: Homeowners need a permit from the state Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Only HCD, not local government, may issue...
