Arizona Eviction Protections for Mobile Home Owners

If you own your mobile home but rent a lot in a mobile home park in Arizona, you have unique legal protections against eviction. Arizona law offers special rules for mobile home owners, designed to provide more stability due to the cost and effort involved in moving a manufactured or mobile home. Understanding your rights can help you respond confidently if you receive an eviction notice or face potential displacement.

How Arizona Law Protects Mobile Home Owners

Mobile home owners renting lots in Arizona are covered under the Arizona Mobile Home Parks Residential Landlord and Tenant Act¹. This law provides specific protections and outlines the steps landlords must follow before evicting residents from mobile home parks.

Legal Eviction Reasons in Arizona Mobile Home Parks

Under Arizona law, a landlord may only evict a mobile home owner for certain reasons, such as:

• Nonpayment of rent
• Violation of park rules or the rental agreement
• Illegal activity on the premises
• Park closure or redevelopment (with proper notice)

If your landlord tries to evict you for a reason not listed in the law, you may have the right to challenge the eviction.

Required Notices and Timelines

Arizona requires landlords to give proper written notice before filing for eviction in court:

• Nonpayment of Rent: 7-day written notice to either pay the overdue rent or leave the park
• Rule Violations: 14-day notice to remedy the issue or move out
• Park Closure: At least 180-day written notice if the park is being closed or its use is changing

All notices must be delivered in writing and comply with legal requirements. Notices should explain the issue, the amount due (if unpaid rent), and the move-out deadline.

What Happens If You Get an Eviction Notice?

Receiving a notice does not mean you must immediately leave. You have rights, including:

• The opportunity to fix the issue within the notice period (like paying rent or correcting a rule violation)
• The right to receive an eviction notice in writing
• The chance to explain your situation or disagreement in court if the landlord files for eviction

If you do not resolve the issue or move out by the end of the notice period, your landlord can file an eviction action with the court. You will receive a court summons and a chance to present your case to a judge before any official order for removal.

Key Official Forms for Mobile Home Owners Facing Eviction

• Five Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit (Arizona Form)
  Use: Landlords use this form when rent is overdue. Tenants can pay the full amount within the notice period to avoid eviction.
  View and download eviction forms from Arizona Justice Courts.
• Fourteen Day Notice of Noncompliance
  Use: Given for violations other than rental payments. Residents can fix the problem or risk eviction action.
  Refer to the Arizona Attorney General's Consumer Resources for Mobile Homes.
• Complaint and Summons (Eviction Action filing forms)
  Use: Filed by landlords with the court if the issue is not resolved by the end of the notice period.
  Find official instructions at the Arizona Courts Self-Service Center.

Where Are Eviction Disputes Heard?

Most Arizona eviction cases—including those for mobile home owners—are handled by the Arizona Justice Courts. If you receive a court notice, review it carefully and prepare to bring any documentation relevant to your situation.

Your Rights Before and After Eviction

Arizona law gives you time and a process before you must move your mobile home. Even after a court eviction order, you have the right to retrieve personal belongings and request additional time if moving your home is particularly difficult. If you believe your landlord is not following the law, consider seeking legal help.

What to Do If You Need to Respond to an Eviction Notice

• Read all notices carefully and note the response deadline
• Fix any problems listed in the notice, if possible
• Keep all documentation and communication with your landlord
• Attend the court hearing if one is scheduled
• Contact renter support services or legal aid if you need assistance

Frequently Asked Questions: Arizona Mobile Home Owner Eviction

1. How much notice must my landlord give before evicting me?
   Arizona law typically requires 7 days for nonpayment of rent, 14 days for other violations, and 180 days if the park is closing.
2. If I pay my overdue rent during the 7-day notice, can my landlord still evict me?
   No, if you pay the full amount within the notice period, the eviction process must stop.
3. Can I challenge an eviction in court?
   Yes. If your landlord files for eviction, you have the right to appear in court and present your side.
4. What if I cannot move my mobile home within the court's deadline?
   You can request additional time from the court, explaining your circumstances.
5. Where do I find official forms for mobile home park evictions?
   Most forms are available through the Arizona Justice Courts website.

Key Takeaways for Mobile Home Owners

• You are protected by Arizona's Mobile Home Parks Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
• Landlords must follow clear notice and legal steps before any eviction
• Specific forms and court deadlines are crucial—act quickly to protect your rights

Staying informed and taking prompt action can help keep your home secure.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Arizona Attorney General – Mobile Home Consumer Information
• Arizona Courts Self-Service Center: Eviction Information
• Arizona Justice Courts: Evictions
• Legal Aid – Arizona Mobile Home Park Eviction Help

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1. Arizona Revised Statutes Title 33, Chapter 11 – Mobile Home Parks Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
2. Arizona Justice Courts – Eviction Forms
3. Arizona Courts Self-Service Center – Eviction Actions

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