Mississippi Mobile Home Park Rent Increase Rules
Facing a rent increase in a Mississippi mobile home park can be stressful, especially if you're unsure about your rights. Understanding the limits (if any), required notice periods, and how to respond can help prevent surprises and protect your housing stability.
How Are Rent Increases Regulated in Mississippi Mobile Home Parks?
Mississippi law does not have state-wide limits or caps on how much a landlord can increase your rent in a mobile home park. Instead, landlords are generally allowed to set the new rent amount as long as they follow the appropriate notice rules and do not increase rent in a discriminatory or retaliatory way.
- There is no state-imposed percentage cap on rent increases for mobile home lot tenants.
- Landlords must give you at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase becomes effective.[1]
- Check your rental agreement or lease—sometimes it guarantees no increases during a fixed term.
Required Notice for Rent Increase
Under the Mississippi Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, your landlord must provide written notice of any rent increase at least 30 days before it takes effect. This gives you time to budget, negotiate, or plan for your options.
What Should a Rent Increase Notice Include?
- Date the notice is given
- Date the new rent amount will start
- The new rent amount
- Signature or contact of the landlord or park management
The notice should be delivered as specified in your rental agreement, usually by hand delivery or mail. Keep a copy for your records.
Mobile Home Park Tenant Rights During Rent Increases
It's important to know your rights and obligations. Landlords cannot increase rent to retaliate against you for exercising your legal rights (for example, complaining about repairs), nor can they increase rent based on race, religion, gender, or other protected categories.
Action Steps If You Receive a Rent Increase Notice
- Check your lease for rules about increases during fixed terms.
- Confirm that the notice includes all required information and was delivered properly.
- If you disagree, try to negotiate with your landlord. Keep all communications in writing.
- If negotiations fail, consider contacting Mississippi Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division for assistance.
Relevant Forms for Mobile Home Tenants
- Mississippi Residential Lease Termination Notice: This is not a specific state-numbered form, but a written notice required by law when ending your lease after a rent increase or with proper notice.
When and how it's used: If your landlord raises your rent and you choose not to stay, you can provide at least 30 days’ written notice to terminate your tenancy.
Notice requirements under the law.
Always use your own written document or check with legal service providers for templates. File the notice according to your lease instructions and keep a copy for your records.
What Tribunal or Board Handles Mobile Home Park Disputes?
Mississippi does not have a separate housing tribunal for residential tenancies. Disputes related to rent increases generally go through the local Mississippi Justice Court, which handles landlord-tenant matters, including mobile home park issues.[2]
Relevant Legislation
- Mississippi Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Miss. Code Ann. §§ 89-8-1 to 89-8-29)
- Mississippi Code § 89-7-23 – Notice to Terminate Tenancy
FAQ: Mississippi Mobile Home Park Rent Increases
- Is there a legal limit to how much my landlord can raise my rent in a mobile home park?
There is no state-imposed cap on rent increases in Mississippi mobile home parks. Your landlord must give proper notice but can set the new rent amount, unless your lease says otherwise. - How much advance notice must my landlord give before raising rent?
Your landlord must provide at least 30 days’ written notice before any rent increase can take effect. - Can I refuse to pay the increased rent?
If you do not agree to pay the increased amount, you may give the landlord proper notice and move out before the new rent takes effect. Not paying could risk eviction. - If I think the increase is unfair, who can I contact?
You can contact the Mississippi Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division or seek help through the local Justice Court if needed. - Where do I go if I need to resolve a dispute?
Landlord-tenant disputes, including those about mobile home park rent, are handled in the local Mississippi Justice Court.
Key Takeaways for Mississippi Mobile Home Renters
- There are currently no state-set limits on rent increases for mobile home parks in Mississippi.
- Landlords must give at least 30 days’ written notice before increasing rent.
- If you feel a rent increase is retaliatory or discriminatory, you have the right to seek legal advice or file a complaint.
Need Help? Resources for Renters
- Mississippi Justice Courts – Handles landlord-tenant cases in your county.
- Mississippi Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division – Assistance with landlord-tenant complaints and information.
- Mississippi Center for Legal Services – Free or low-cost legal help for qualified renters.
- Mississippi Residential Landlord and Tenant Law – Official legislation text.
- Mississippi Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, Miss. Code Ann. §§ 89-8-1 to 89-8-29.
- Mississippi Judiciary – Justice Courts.
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