Kentucky Mobile Home Park Closure: Relocation Assistance for Renters

If you rent a lot for your mobile or manufactured home in Kentucky, you have important rights and protections if your park is closing. This article explains what happens when a mobile home park shuts down, what relocation assistance (if any) renters may get, and the official steps to take under Kentucky law. We’ll make the legal side easy to understand so you can confidently plan your next move.

What Happens If Your Kentucky Mobile Home Park Closes?

When a park owner in Kentucky decides to close a mobile home or manufactured housing community, renters living there must receive proper notice. Kentucky law requires the landlord to follow specific procedures and timelines, giving residents time to find alternatives or move their homes.^[1]

Required Notice of Park Closure

Under the Kentucky Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, if your park is covered under the Act (many, but not all areas in Kentucky use this law), the landlord must provide at least 180 days’ written notice before terminating your lot rental due to park closure or land use change. This notice allows you time to plan relocation or arrange for the sale or removal of your home.

• Written Notice must specify the closure date and your lot lease end date.
• Some local governments may also require extra notifications or services for residents, so check with your local housing authority.

Is Relocation Assistance Available?

Kentucky does not have a state-level relocation assistance fund for residents of closing mobile home parks. Unlike some other states, there is no automatic financial help required by law for moving your home. However, park owners must give the 180-day notice, and some renters may be eligible for local programs or federal aid in certain situations (such as HUD disaster assistance).

It’s a good idea to contact your local housing authority, legal aid, or the Kentucky Housing Corporation to see if emergency rental, moving, or housing assistance is available in your region.

Relevant Forms for Kentucky Renters

• Notice of Termination of Tenancy (KRS 383.695)
  Form Use: Your landlord must deliver this form to end your lot lease if the closure is due to land use change. It should specify the reason (“park closure”) and give the full 180-day period.
  Example: You receive a formal letter from your park owner titled "Notice of Termination," stating the park is closing in 6 months and your lease will end on a specific date.
  Official source: See statute requirements on the Kentucky Legislature: KRS 383.695. There is no statewide standard form, but the content must meet legal requirements.
• Complaint for Enforcement (District Court Form AOC-216)
  Form Use: If your landlord fails to give you proper notice, or if you believe your rights have been violated, you can use this court form to file a complaint for enforcement of tenant rights.
  Example: After receiving only 60 days’ notice from your landlord, you file this form with the District Court to challenge the insufficient notice.
  Official source: Kentucky District Court Complaint for Enforcement (AOC-216)

What Are Your Rights and Next Steps?

Here's a summary of your rights and actions during a park closure under Kentucky law:

• The park owner must give you at least 180 days’ prior written notice before closing the community.
• You are allowed to stay and pay lot rent for the entire notice period.
• If the park owner pressures you to move out before the end of the notice period, you can file a complaint with your local District Court.
• Your landlord cannot evict you in retaliation for requesting repairs or exercising your tenant rights.

If you are uncertain whether your area is covered by the Kentucky Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (URLTA), check with your Kentucky District Court or local housing authority.

FAQ: Mobile Home Park Closure in Kentucky

1. Do I have to move my mobile home if the park closes in Kentucky?
   Yes, if the park is shutting down and you have received the minimum 180-day notice, you must relocate your home or arrange alternative housing by the closure date.
2. What if my landlord gives me less than 180 days’ notice?
   You can challenge the notice by filing a complaint with your local Kentucky District Court. Use the Complaint for Enforcement form and gather any supporting evidence.
3. Does Kentucky offer relocation payments or moving help during park closure?
   There is no statewide relocation assistance required by Kentucky law. However, contact your local housing authority or Kentucky Housing Corporation to ask about any available emergency programs.
4. Can my park owner raise my rent or evict me while closing the park?
   No, the landlord must comply with standard rent increase rules and may not retaliate or evict you simply for exercising your rights during the notice period.
5. What official organization handles mobile home tenancies in Kentucky?
   The Kentucky District Court is responsible for residential tenancy disputes, including mobile home park closures.

Key Takeaways for Kentucky Renters

• Landlords must give 180 days’ written notice before closing a mobile home park.
• Kentucky does not require relocation assistance payments, but local resources may be available.
• If you believe your rights as a tenant have been violated, use Kentucky’s official court forms and contact District Court.

The most important step is to act quickly if you receive a closure notice—gather documentation, ask about local resources, and protect your legal rights.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Kentucky Housing Corporation – Rental assistance and links to housing resources
• Kentucky Legal Aid – Free or low-cost legal help
• Kentucky District Court – File tenancy complaints and view forms
• Kentucky Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (URLTA)

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1. Kentucky Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (URLTA)
2. Kentucky District Court - Residential Tenancy Disputes
3. Kentucky Housing Corporation - Renters Resource

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