Connecticut Eviction Protections for Mobile Home Owners

If you own a mobile or manufactured home located in a Connecticut mobile home park, you have specific legal protections when it comes to eviction. Understanding your rights and the landlord’s responsibilities can help you protect your home and take the right steps if you ever receive an eviction notice.

Eviction Protections for Mobile Home Owners in Connecticut

In Connecticut, mobile home owners who rent a lot in a mobile home park are protected under the Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 412 – Mobile Manufactured Home Parks. These laws outline when and how a landlord can seek to remove a mobile home from the park, as well as the process landlords must follow. These protections are in addition to general landlord-tenant laws—including the Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 832 – Summary Process (Eviction).

When Can a Mobile Home Owner Be Evicted?

Connecticut law restricts evictions from mobile home parks to specific situations:

• Nonpayment of lot rent
• Violation of park rules or rental agreement (after written notice and opportunity to fix the issue)
• Significant damage to property or danger to others
• Change of land use (e.g., if the owner sells the park for redevelopment)**special rules apply**

Evictions cannot be done for retaliatory or discriminatory reasons, and landlords must follow the required legal process.

Required Notice: Summary Process for Eviction

Before starting eviction, landlords must serve a written Notice to Quit, giving you at least 60 days to move out (in most cases). This notice must state the legal reason for eviction. If you do not leave by the deadline, the landlord must file an eviction case (called "summary process") with the court.

Key Official Forms for Connecticut Evictions

• Notice to Quit (Form JD-HM-7)
  Use: This is the official form a landlord must serve you before starting an eviction. It starts the eviction process.
  Renter Example: If you receive a Notice to Quit, this is your official warning that your landlord plans to begin the court eviction process unless you move out or fix the issue.
  Download Notice to Quit (JD-HM-7)
• Summary Process (Eviction) Complaint (Form JD-HM-8)
  Use: If you don't move out by the Notice to Quit deadline, the landlord files this with the court to start the eviction case.
  Renter Example: If you receive this form, the court eviction case against you has begun, and you need to respond.
  Download Summary Process Complaint (JD-HM-8)
• Appearance (Form JD-CL-12)
  Use: This form is used to tell the court that you plan to participate in the case (appear in court).
  Renter Example: File this promptly after you're served with the eviction complaint to avoid a default judgment.
  Download Appearance (JD-CL-12)
• Answer to Complaint
  Use: Although there's no special official form, you must file a timely written answer with the court, stating your defenses.
  Renter Example: You can explain if you believe the eviction is improper or if you have corrected the issue.

The Tribunal Handling Evictions

In Connecticut, mobile home park evictions are handled by the Connecticut Superior Court - Housing Session. Cases typically go through the Summary Process court procedure. For more information and self-help, visit the court’s Landlord/Tenant FAQ page.

Steps to Take if You Receive an Eviction Notice

If you’re facing eviction from a mobile home lot, take the following steps to protect your home:

• Read all notices for deadlines and reasons
• File the Appearance (JD-CL-12) form with the court
• Prepare and submit your written answer to the court
• Gather documentation (rent receipts, communications)
• Attend the court hearing and present your case

Remember: Connecticut law requires proper notice and a valid legal reason for eviction. You cannot be forced out without due process.

FAQ: Eviction Protections for Mobile Home Owners

1. What are valid reasons for evicting a mobile home owner in Connecticut?
   Landlords must have a legal reason, such as nonpayment of rent, serious rule violations, or legitimate park closure or redevelopment.
2. How much notice is required before eviction?
   In most cases, landlords must provide a 60-day written Notice to Quit before starting court proceedings.
3. What should I do if I receive a Notice to Quit?
   Respond promptly by reading the notice, seeking help if needed, and filing the required forms with the court to protect your rights.
4. Can my landlord evict me for complaining about park conditions?
   No. Retaliatory evictions for asserting your legal rights are not allowed under Connecticut law.
5. Where can I get help if I’m facing eviction?
   Connecticut has legal aid organizations and the Housing Session of the Superior Court for guidance. See resources below.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Connecticut Superior Court - Housing Session: Landlord/Tenant Info
• Connecticut Fair Housing Center – Free help for mobile home owners facing eviction or discrimination
• Connecticut Legal Aid (CTLawHelp): Eviction Help
• Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection – Housing complaints and park oversight

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1. Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 412 – Mobile Manufactured Home Parks, official statutes
2. Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 832 – Summary Process (Eviction), eviction laws
3. Connecticut Judicial Branch – Landlord/Tenant FAQ
4. Connecticut Judicial Branch – Notice to Quit (JD-HM-7), Eviction Complaint (JD-HM-8), Appearance (JD-CL-12)

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