Georgia Mobile Home Park Rent Increase Rules Explained

Understanding your rights regarding rent increases is crucial if you rent a lot or a home in a mobile home park in Georgia. While owning a manufactured home provides you autonomy, renting the land often means you are impacted by state and local rental rules. This article breaks down current Georgia laws so you know what protections and procedures apply to rent increases in mobile home parks.

Georgia Laws on Rent Increases in Mobile Home Parks

Georgia does not have statewide rent control or specific rent increase caps for mobile home park lots. This means landlords generally have the right to set rental rates and increase them, provided they follow state-required notice rules.

Here’s what every mobile home park tenant in Georgia should know:

• No statutory rent cap: Georgia law does not limit the amount or percentage a landlord can raise rent for mobile home lots.
• Required notice: Landlords must give written notice for rent increases, but the law does not specify a minimum notice period for manufactured home communities. However, check your written lease for terms; most park leases require 30-60 days' notice.
• Lease renewal: If you have a fixed-term lease (such as 12 months), your landlord cannot change the rent until your lease expires—unless your lease says otherwise.

If you are unsure about your lease terms or rent increase notice, carefully review your rental agreement and communicate with your landlord. If your agreement is month-to-month, the Georgia landlord-tenant law generally requires 60 days’ written notice before a change in rent for residential tenancies.

Does Georgia Provide Any Rent Control in Mobile Home Parks?

Georgia currently has no rent control—there are no state laws capping how much rent can be raised, whether for apartments or mobile home park lots. In most cases, rent increases are governed by the terms of your written lease.

Municipalities are also prohibited from enacting local rent control laws under Georgia state law.^[1]

Notice Requirements for Rent Increases

The Georgia Code: Landlord-Tenant Law requires proper notice for changes to rental terms. For month-to-month rentals, landlords typically must provide 60 days’ written notice before any rent increase takes effect.^[2]

• Fixed leases: Rent can only go up after the lease ends, unless otherwise stated in the lease.
• Month-to-month: 60 days’ notice is generally required for changes, including rent increases.
• Written notice: This must be delivered by mail or in person and should clearly state the new rent amount and the date it becomes effective.

Always keep a copy of any notices and your response, if applicable. Documenting communications can protect your rights if there is ever a dispute.

What Forms and Processes Should Renters Know?

Georgia does not have a standardized form for rent increase notices specific to mobile home parks. Here’s what you should watch for:

• Written rent increase notice: This may be a letter or form from your landlord outlining the new rent amount and effective date. Ask for all rent increases in writing.

If you feel a rent increase is discriminatory (e.g., due to your race, family status) or retaliatory (because you made complaints), you may file a fair housing complaint.

• Georgia Department of Community Affairs Landlord-Tenant Handbook
• HUD Fair Housing Complaint Form – Use this if you believe you have been discriminated against. Complete and submit online or by mail.

Practical example: If you receive a rent increase notice that seems to single you out unfairly due to a protected class (race, religion, family status, etc.), use the above HUD Fair Housing Complaint Form to report the incident.

Who Resolves Disputes in Georgia?

Georgia residential tenancy matters are typically handled in county Magistrate Courts. If you wish to contest an eviction or dispute a rent increase (for example, if you believe proper notice was not given), you may file a case there.

Relevant Legislation

• Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Title 44 Chapter 7 – Landlord and Tenant

This chapter of the Georgia Code covers residential landlord-tenant relations, including rental agreements, notice requirements, and lease terminations.

Frequently Asked Questions: Georgia Mobile Home Park Rent Increases

1. Are there rent increase caps for mobile home parks in Georgia?
   No, Georgia law does not set any rent control or cap for mobile home park rents. Increases are largely governed by lease terms and basic state notice requirements.
2. How much notice must my landlord give before raising the rent?
   For month-to-month agreements, your landlord must usually give you 60 days’ written notice before a rent increase takes effect. Double-check your lease for specific timelines.
3. Can my landlord raise the rent during my fixed-term lease?
   Unless your lease specifically allows mid-term rent increases, your landlord cannot raise rent until after your lease ends.
4. What can I do if I think a rent increase is unfair or discriminatory?
   You can file a fair housing complaint with HUD or seek help from your local Magistrate Court if you believe the increase is retaliatory or in violation of state or federal law.
5. Where can I find the official rules on rent increases in Georgia?
   The rules are detailed in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Title 44 Chapter 7 and summarized by the Department of Community Affairs Landlord-Tenant Handbook.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Georgia Department of Community Affairs – Info on landlord-tenant rights and rental assistance.
• Georgia Legal Aid – Free legal help for qualifying renters.
• Georgia Magistrate Courts – Where to file complaints or dispute evictions/rent notices.
• HUD Fair Housing Complaint Process

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1. [1] Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Title 44 Chapter 7 – Landlord and Tenant
2. [2] Georgia Department of Community Affairs Landlord-Tenant Handbook

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