Mobile Home Lot Fees and Costs Explained in Connecticut

Understanding the costs and rights related to living in a mobile home park can be confusing. If you rent a lot in a Connecticut mobile home park, it's important to know what a mobile home lot fee includes, what costs you may face, and your legal protections as a renter.

What Is a Mobile Home Lot Fee?

A mobile home lot fee is the monthly amount you pay to the owner or operator of a mobile home park for the right to keep your manufactured home on their land. This fee is separate from any payment you may make for renting or owning the mobile home itself. In Connecticut, lot fees cover your use of the plot of land, common area maintenance, and sometimes basic utilities or amenities, as defined in your lease.

What Does the Lot Fee Typically Cover?

• The right to park and live in your mobile home on the lot
• Maintenance and security of common areas (such as roads, playgrounds, and green spaces)
• Service of utilities if specified (such as water, sewer, or trash pickup)
• Park amenities if offered (like pools or recreation rooms)

Always check your lease agreement for details, as charges and services can vary by park. The lot fee does not usually include your mobile home loan payments, personal property taxes, or insurance.

Typical Mobile Home Lot Costs in Connecticut

Lot rents can vary across Connecticut depending on the park, location, services, and whether additional fees apply. According to the Connecticut Department of Housing, lot fees commonly range from $400 to $700 per month, but can be higher in certain regions or for parks with more amenities.

Other Possible Charges

• Pet fees
• Pass-through utility charges if not included in the lot fee
• Late fees, if you pay after the date specified in your lease (Connecticut law limits late fees – see below)

Legal Protections for Mobile Home Lot Renters

Connecticut gives special rights to tenants of mobile home parks under the Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 412: Mobile Manufactured Home Parks¹. This law sets rules for:

• How and when fees can be increased (landlords must give at least 90 days’ written notice)
• Limits on late fees (cannot exceed $5 per day or a total of $50 per month)
• Prohibition on unfair or discriminatory charging practices
• Eviction protections specific to mobile home park tenants

If the park owner wishes to change lot fees or park rules, they must notify each resident in writing and follow state requirements.

Official Forms and Where to Get Help

• Notice of Lot Rent Increase (No official statewide form)
  Park owners must provide you with written notice at least 90 days before any lot rent increase, per Section 21-70 of the Connecticut General Statutes. There is no required standardized form, but you should receive a letter or written document referencing the new amount and effective date.
  Example: If you get a notice in April that your lot fee will increase in July, the landlord has given you proper legal notice.
• Mobile Manufactured Home Park Complaint Form (Department of Consumer Protection)
  If you believe your park is violating state rules, you can file a complaint with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
  Download the Manufactured Home Park Complaint Form
  When to use: If you face illegal fee increases, unsafe conditions, or improper eviction threats, complete this form and submit it as instructed to request a state investigation.

Which Tribunal Handles Mobile Home Disputes?

Most disputes between tenants and mobile home park owners involving fees, eviction, or park rules are resolved through the Connecticut Superior Court / Housing Session. This is the state tribunal responsible for residential tenancies, including mobile/manufactured home parks.

FAQ: Mobile Home Lot Fees in Connecticut

1. Can my mobile home lot rent be increased at any time?
   No. Under Connecticut law, landlords must provide at least 90 days’ written notice before increasing lot rent, and cannot increase it more than once in a 12-month period.
2. Are utilities included in my lot fee?
   Not always. Some parks include basics like water or trash pickup in the lot fee, while others bill separately. Always check your lease for details about included services.
3. Can I be evicted for failing to pay the lot fee?
   Yes, but only after proper notice and for legal causes. The park must follow all procedures under Chapter 412, including written notice and, if necessary, seeking a court order for eviction.
4. What should I do if I believe my lot fee is unfair or illegal?
   You can file a complaint with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection using the Manufactured Home Park Complaint Form or consult legal aid services for advice.
5. Who can help me resolve a dispute about lot fees?
   The Connecticut Superior Court (Housing Session) handles formal disputes, and state agencies or tenant advocacy groups may offer informal help or mediation.

Key Takeaways for Connecticut Mobile Home Lot Renters

• Know what your lot fee covers by reviewing your lease and state law.
• Landlords must provide at least 90 days’ written notice before raising lot rent.
• Official resources are available to help if you have concerns about lot fees, rights, or disputes.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Connecticut Department of Housing: Manufactured Home Park Directory
• Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (File a Park Complaint or Get Guidance)
• Connecticut Superior Court – Housing Session (for disputes and evictions)
• Connecticut Legal Aid for Renters

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1. Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 412: Mobile Manufactured Home Parks
2. Official state directory of mobile/manufactured home parks
3. Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection: Complaint process
4. Tribunal for residential tenancy disputes

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