Bill > HB05111

This bill addresses several key provisions concerning mobile manufactured homes and mobile manufactured home parks in Connecticut. The bill defines "ancillary fee" as any additional payment required by park owners beyond standard rent, and mandates that park owners prepare and publish a comprehensive, itemized list of all such fees in a publicly accessible manner. The legislation requires park owners to include a detailed breakdown of ancillary fees in the disclosure statement provided to residents, and establishes that the Department of Consumer Protection must create a formal resident complaint process by January 1, 2026. The bill also extends the required notice period for rent increases from 30 to 90 days and prohibits rental agreement provisions that allow owners to charge unreasonable or duplicative ancillary fees. Additionally, the legislation restricts park owners from increasing ancillary fees without providing at least 90 days' advance written notice that explains the reason for the increase. These changes aim to provide greater transparency, protect residents from unexpected financial burdens, and ensure more equitable practices in mobile manufactured home parks by giving residents more information and protections regarding fees and rental agreements.