by Jocelyn Acuna | 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 Jocelyn Acuna | 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 Jocelyn Acuna | 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...
by Jocelyn Acuna | Apr 24, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
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...
by Jocelyn Acuna | Feb 27, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can residents get help if they suspect they are being over-charged on utility bills? A: Most parks are “master-meter” operators that own, operate and maintain the electric, gas and water distribution system within the park and bill their residents with the...
by Jocelyn Acuna | Jan 30, 2025 | Frequently Asked Questions
The California Civil Code Section 798, or the MRL as commonly referred to, is generally amended each year by the State Legislature. The updated amended MRL is due to be made available to park residents by management by the first of February. There are a few changes...