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A comprehensive legal guide detailing the rights and responsibilities of residents and owners in manufactured housing communities in Massachusetts, along with an overview of relevant laws and regulations.

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How to fill out The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law

1. Read the introduction to understand the purpose of the guide.
2. Familiarize yourself with the definitions and terms used in the document.
3. Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in each section.
4. Gather necessary documentation related to your manufactured housing community.
5. Fill out any required forms accurately, ensuring all information is correct.
6. Review your completed forms for any errors or omissions.
7. Submit the completed documents as per the instructions provided in the guide.

Who needs The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law?

1. Manufactured housing community residents.
2. Property owners and managers of manufactured housing communities.
3. Legal professionals dealing with real estate and housing law.
4. Advocacy groups focused on housing rights and regulations.
5. Government officials involved in housing and community development.

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How do manufactured home communities work?

The land in these communities is owned by an individual or a business and is given to manufactured house owners on lease. These communities are run by manufactured housing associations and these associations ensure the smooth running of these communities, along with providing facilities and amenities.

What's the difference between a mobile home and a manufactured home?

A manufactured home is built entirely inside a huge, climate-controlled factory by a team of craftsmen. The first step in the process is the flooring, which is built in sections, each attached to a permanent chassis with its own wheels and secured for transport upon the home's completion.

What classifies as a manufactured home?

Manufactured homes are built using quality materials and streamlined construction processes, inside climate-controlled facilities and ing to the HUD Code. They come in a wide range of styles, from modern to farmhouse to traditional, and can range in size from under 1,000 sq. ft. to over 2,000.

How much is monthly rent for a mobile home?

The monthly rent of mobile homes in the U.S. has gradually increased since 2010, peaking in 2024. In the third quarter of that year, the average monthly rent for manufactured homes was 717 U.S. dollars. Similarly, apartment rents also soared in 2022, followed by a slight decline in the next two years.

What qualifies as a manufactured home?

Manufactured homes are, as their name suggests, “manufactured” in factories piece by piece. This happens in ance with building codes set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These homes are then transported to the home site and installed on either a temporary or permanent foundation.

How many mobile homes can you put on 1 acre of land?

The average number of manufactured homes per acre is between five and nine, but we highly recommend contacting the appropriate authorities in your area to learn more.

What is the downside to living in a manufactured home?

What are the downsides of living in a mobile home community? The downsides of living in a mobile home community include the possibility of lot rent increases, limited financing options, less privacy, and resale challenges.

Can you live in a mobile home in Massachusetts?

Tenants' Rights in Massachusetts If you are a mobile home park tenant, you live in a mobile or manufactured home. You pay to park your home in a mobile home park. Unlike other tenants, a mobile home park tenant owns their home. What they agree to rent is the area or land under their home.

What is a manufactured home community?

While that land may include single lots, it may be part of what is referred to as a manufactured home community where multiple manufactured homes sit on individual parcels, all of which are owned by a single entity that rents out those parcels and provides the utilities and other common services.

What makes a house manufactured?

The best way to identify a manufactured home without paperwork is to look for a steel frame. If it is on a slab with skirting, you should be able to remove a section of skirting to spot it. If you plan to get a mortgage on the home it is worth your time to identify it as most lenders require the info.

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What is The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law?

The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law is a legal resource that outlines the rights and responsibilities of both tenants and landlords within manufactured housing communities. It provides guidance on state regulations, residents' rights, and operational standards for community management.

Who is required to file The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law?

Manufactured housing community operators and managers are typically required to file information regarding their communities in accordance with the guidelines set forth in The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law.

How to fill out The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law?

To fill out The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law, community operators should read the instructions provided in the guide carefully, gather the necessary information about their community's operations, complete the required sections, and submit the form as directed by the Attorney General's office.

What is the purpose of The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law?

The purpose of The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law is to ensure compliance with applicable laws, protect the rights of residents, and provide clarity on the legal framework governing manufactured housing communities.

What information must be reported on The Attorney General’s Guide to Manufactured Housing Community Law?

Information that must be reported includes details about the community management, ownership, infrastructure conditions, fee structures, resident relations, and any violations of laws or regulations applicable to the manufactured housing community.