Bill > SB0937

This bill, amending the Mobile Home Commission Act, introduces new provisions that grant residents of mobile home parks or seasonal mobile home parks a right of first refusal when the park is being sold or transferred. Specifically, park owners must notify residents of their intent to sell and provide them with an opportunity to form a homeowners' association or cooperative and make an offer to purchase the park within a specified timeframe, including providing financial information and demonstrating support from a majority of owner-occupied homes. The bill also outlines procedures for handling potential violations of the act, including allowing residents to bring legal action for unlicensed park operation, and clarifies the powers of the department and courts in enforcing regulations, imposing fines, and appointing receivers to manage parks that are operated without a license or pose an imminent threat to resident health and safety. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to existing sections regarding service of process, enforcement actions, and penalties for violations.