Connecticut Mobile Home Park Rent Increase Rules Explained

Mobile Home & Manufactured Housing Rights Connecticut published June 21, 2025 Flag of Connecticut

If you’re renting a lot in a Connecticut mobile home park, it’s important to know your rights around rent increases. Connecticut law offers specific protections to help prevent sudden, unfair, or excessive hikes. This guide breaks down mobile home park rent increase rules, key forms, and steps you can take if you believe a rent increase isn’t justified.

Understanding Rent Increase Limits in Connecticut Mobile Home Parks

Connecticut law provides special protections for tenants living in mobile home parks. Under state law, rent increases are regulated to promote stability and fairness. Mobile home park owners must follow clear guidelines—especially regarding notice periods and justifications for increasing rent.

Key Rent Increase Regulations

  • Notice Period: Landlords must give at least 90 days written notice before any rent increase goes into effect. This notice must be delivered directly to you or sent by certified mail.
  • How Often: Rent cannot be increased more than once in a 12-month period.
  • Reasonableness: Any increase must be "reasonable." If a renter feels the increase is excessive, they may challenge it through the proper process.

These rules help protect mobile home residents from sudden or unfair rent jumps. The law governing these rights is the Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 412: Mobile Manufactured Home Parks.[1]

How to Challenge or Contest an Unreasonable Rent Increase

As a resident, you have the right to challenge a rent increase you believe is not "reasonable." Connecticut provides a clear process for this.

  • Within 30 days of receiving written notice of a rent increase, you (or a group of residents) can petition the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) for a hearing.
  • The DCP will then hold a hearing to decide if the rent increase is fair and reasonable based on factors like park maintenance, comparable rents, and the landlord’s expenses.
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Taking action quickly is important if you want to contest a rent increase. If you wait longer than 30 days, you may lose this right.

Official Forms You May Need

  • Petition for Hearing on Rent Increase (No official form number): Used to formally request a hearing with the Department of Consumer Protection to challenge a proposed rent increase. Example: If your landlord gives you notice that rent will rise by $100 per month, and you believe this is unfair, you fill out this petition within 30 days and submit it to the DCP. Download the Petition for Hearing on Rent Increase

You should include details about why you think the increase is unreasonable and provide supporting documents if possible (like past rent statements or maintenance records).

Your Rights Around Rent Increase Notices

Connecticut law requires rent increase notices to be:

  • Written and clear on the new rate and when it takes effect
  • Delivered personally or by certified mail
  • Given at least 90 days in advance

If you do not receive proper notice, the increase is not valid under state law.

If you receive a rent increase that you believe is excessive or was not delivered with proper notice, act quickly—only 30 days to file a petition for a hearing with the DCP.

Which Government Agency Handles Mobile Home Park Rent Disputes?

In Connecticut, the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) oversees issues regarding rent increases and disputes in mobile home parks. All official hearings and complaints are managed through the DCP Residential Landlord-Tenant Unit.

Relevant Legislation

The rules and procedures described are from:

Frequently Asked Questions: Connecticut Mobile Home Park Rent Increases

  1. How much can my landlord increase my lot rent in a Connecticut mobile home park?
    There is no strict dollar or percentage cap, but the increase must be "reasonable," and the landlord must follow notice rules. If you believe an increase is unfair, you can challenge it through the Department of Consumer Protection.
  2. How much notice does my landlord have to give for a rent increase?
    Landlords must provide at least 90 days' written notice before any rent increase takes effect.
  3. Is there a form I need to file to challenge a rent increase?
    Yes, you can use the "Petition for Hearing on Rent Increase" form and submit it to the Department of Consumer Protection within 30 days of receiving notice.
  4. Can my landlord increase rent more than once a year?
    No, Connecticut law does not allow mobile home park lot rent to be increased more than once in a twelve-month period.
  5. What if my landlord doesn't give proper notice?
    If you don’t receive at least 90 days’ written notice, the rent increase is invalid. You may contact the Department of Consumer Protection for help.

Key Takeaways for Mobile Home Park Residents

  • Connecticut requires at least 90 days' written notice before any rent increase in a mobile home park.
  • There are no hard percentage or dollar limits, but all increases must be "reasonable." You have the right to challenge unreasonable amounts.
  • You can petition the Department of Consumer Protection for a hearing if you receive an unfair rent increase.

Knowing these steps helps you stay informed and empowered to take action if needed.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

  1. Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 412: Mobile Manufactured Home Parks
  2. Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Residential Landlord-Tenant Unit
  3. Petition for Hearing on Rent Increase
  4. Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 831: Landlord and Tenant

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