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HB 1145

Mobile Home Park Water Quality

2026 Regular Session

Colorado bill requiring mobile home parks to conduct water quality testing and meet state health standards for potable water systems.

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Bill Summary · HB 1145

Legislative bill overview

HB 1145 establishes new water quality standards and monitoring requirements specifically for mobile home parks in Colorado. The bill appears to mandate that mobile home park owners conduct regular water quality testing and maintain compliance with state health department regulations for potable water systems.

Why is this important

Mobile home residents often have limited recourse when facing water quality issues, as parks operate under different regulatory frameworks than traditional municipalities. This bill addresses a gap in oversight that has historically left vulnerable populations—often lower-income residents—exposed to substandard water conditions without adequate protections or accountability mechanisms.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost burden on park operators: Requiring comprehensive water quality testing and potential infrastructure upgrades could significantly increase operating costs, which may be passed to residents through rent increases
  • Regulatory clarity: Questions remain about enforcement mechanisms, which agency holds authority, what happens when parks fail to comply, and whether penalties are sufficient to ensure compliance
  • Scope and standards: Disagreement may emerge over whether standards should match municipal water systems or if different thresholds are appropriate for smaller mobile home park systems

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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