by MHET | Oct 30, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the park start billing residents for utilities that were previously included in the rent? A: If the residents’ rental agreement provides that sewer, water and garbage are included in the rent, the park management may elect to itemize or charge separately for...
by MHET | Sep 25, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the park manager have the right to tell me to remove my belongings that are stored on my space? The park manager has an obligation to keep the park safe from fire. According to California Code of Regulations, Title 25 (health and safety requirements for...
by MHET | Aug 28, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the park manager force rules on some residents and not on others? No. The MRL provides that the park rules and regulations have to be “reasonable.” (Civil Code §798.56(d)) “Reasonable” often may be subject to court interpretation, but normally rules have to...
by MHET | Jul 31, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
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...
by MHET | Jun 26, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there financial assistance available to residents for correction of code violations on their homes? A: Many local governments have rehabilitation or repair grants for low-income homeowners, including residents or owners of mobilehomes, in some cases. This money...
by MHET | May 29, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the park charge the resident a late fee if they missed paying the rent and utility bill by one day? A: Late fees on rents, utility charges or other pass-through fees are not regulated by the MRL, however, California court cases regarding late fees generally...
