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This bill provides comprehensive protections for tenants and mobilehome park residents in the event of a disaster, such as a wildfire, earthquake, or other emergency. The bill introduces several key provisions: First, it limits rent increases in mobilehome parks to no more than 3% plus the Consumer Price Index or 5%, whichever is lower, during a 12-month period following a state of emergency declaration. Second, it requires mobilehome park management to repair or remediate damage caused by a disaster, including debris removal, structural repairs, and hazard mitigation, within a reasonable timeframe. If management fails to do so, homeowners can pursue various remedies, such as reducing rent, terminating their tenancy, or making repairs themselves. The bill also mandates that management return any advance rental payments to homeowners if the park is damaged or destroyed and provides that homeowners' rent obligations are discharged during mandatory evacuation periods. Additionally, the bill extends notice periods and deadlines for tenancy terminations and unlawful detainer proceedings during a state of emergency. It further requires the Commissioner of Financial Protection and Innovation to coordinate with mortgage lenders to facilitate forbearance and loss mitigation programs for borrowers affected by wildfires. These provisions aim to protect vulnerable residents and provide them with additional support and flexibility during challenging times caused by natural disasters.

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