Bill
SD 2543
This bill establishes rent controls, eviction protections, resident purchase rights, and dispute resolution for manufactured housing communities, benefiting tens of thousands of households.
This proposed bill seeks to establish new protections and requirements for manufactured housing communities (MHCs) in the state. The primary goals are to provide greater stability and security for residents of these communities, who often own their homes but rent the land underneath.
The bill includes the following major components:
Rent Control: Limits annual rent increases in MHCs to no more than the rate of inflation, unless the community can demonstrate significant capital improvements or other justifications.
Eviction Protections: Restricts the grounds under which MHC owners can terminate a resident's lease, requiring just cause such as nonpayment of rent or violation of community rules.
Right of First Refusal: Gives MHC residents the right of first refusal if the landowner decides to sell the community. Residents would have 60 days to match any purchase offer.
Residents' Associations: Requires MHC owners to recognize and engage with any duly formed residents' association, providing meeting space and other accommodations.
Dispute Resolution: Establishes a new state-run mediation program to help resolve disputes between MHC owners and residents.
The bill would impact the estimated 500 manufactured housing communities and their tens of thousands of resident households across the state.
If passed, the new protections and requirements would take effect 90 days after the bill is signed into law. MHC owners would need to adjust their policies and practices accordingly, while residents would gain newfound stability and bargaining power in their communities.
The House has already concurred with the Senate version of the bill, sending it to the governor's desk for final approval.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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