An Act relative to manufactured housing communities
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses issues related to manufactured housing communities in Massachusetts. It aims to improve conditions for residents and establish greater oversight of these communities, focusing on safety, habitability, and fair treatment of residents. The legislation seeks to ensure that manufactured housing communities meet certain standards and that residents have access to necessary resources and protections. Specifically, it seeks to regulate the practices of park owners and improve the quality of life for those living in these communities.
Key provisions
- Establishes standards for the maintenance and safety of manufactured housing communities.
- Requires park owners to provide residents with notice of rent increases.
- Addresses procedures for evictions and resident relocation.
- Creates a process for resolving disputes between residents and park owners.
- Mandates reporting requirements for park owners regarding community conditions.
- Provides for the establishment of a registry of manufactured housing communities.
- Requires parks to maintain adequate water and sewage systems.
- Addresses the process for transferring ownership of a manufactured housing community.
Who is affected
- Manufactured housing residents
- Park owners and operators
- Local government officials
- Housing advocates
- Massachusetts residents
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Jacob R. Oliveira
Cosponsor
Jacob R. Oliveira
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