This article is informational only and is not intended as legal advice. Always consult with a competent attorney before undertaking any legal action.
Question: Our park has some manufactured homes and some RV spaces. We are having problems with some of our RV spaces and late payments. Can we use the “3-strikes” rent nonpayment rule? If not…
Question: I'm in the middle of an eviction against a resident for nonpayment of rent and Legal Aid is claiming there is a statute saying I can only go back one year back for past-due rent. Is this correct?
Even with solid evidence that a resident has broken your rules, you run the risk of a retaliation claim any time you take action against a resident who has filed a fair housing complaint against you.
Question: How does a landlord deal with a Tenant who refuses to repair a water leak under their home? Can the landlord do the work and charge the Tenant?
By: Mark L. Busch, P.C., Attorney at Law
This article is informational only and is not intended as legal advice. Always consult with a competent attorney before undertaking any legal action.
Question: We have a person on a vacation occupancy agreement in our RV park (MHCO Form 202). The end date for the agreement is coming up, but this person…
By: Phillip C. Querin, MHCO Legal Counsel
The difference between a well-run manufactured housing community and one with problems frequently lies with the rules and regulations each facility has adopted. Here are some tips for developing a set of rules and regulations that may be helpful in the successful operation of your community:”
It’s okay to enforce reasonable rules, especially in common areas, where the community has a legitimate interest in maintaining the property, ensuring safety, and protecting the right of all residents to peaceful enjoyment of their homes.
State legislation requires manufactured home park and floating home landlords to amend Rental Agreements to provide for a Mandatory Mediation Policy (Oregon Revised Statute 90.767). The policy must include an explanation of the process and format for mediation and provide information on mediation services available. Statute currently calls for…
Take steps to enforce rules to prevent harassment or other misconduct by or against residents. If a resident complains about being harassed by other residents based on his race or other protected class, then you should take the complaints seriously. Fair housing experts advise that you should investigate the complaints and, if true, take action to…
