Rent Increase Rules for Mobile Home Parks in New Mexico

Facing a rent increase at your New Mexico mobile home park? Understanding your rights can help you plan and respond with confidence. New Mexico law sets out specific rules for how much, and how often, rent can be increased in mobile home parks. These laws help protect renters while also balancing landlords' rights to adjust rents under certain conditions.

What Are the Limits on Rent Increases in New Mexico Mobile Home Parks?

In New Mexico, rent increases for residents in mobile home parks are governed primarily by the New Mexico Mobile Home Park Act. While the Act does not set a specific cap or percentage limit on rent increases, it does require that:

• Landlords must provide at least 60 days' written notice before increasing rent.
• Rent increases may only occur once within any twelve-month period for a given space.

There is no government control or maximum limit set on the amount rent may be increased, but landlords must follow the required procedures or the increase is not valid.^[1]

Notice Requirements for Rent Increases

If your landlord intends to raise your rent, they must:

• Give you a written notice at least 60 days before the increase takes effect.
• Deliver the notice in person or mail it to your address at the park.

This timing gives you a chance to consider your options or discuss the change. If you do not receive this notice, the rent increase cannot legally be enforced until a full 60 days have passed following the proper notice.

Disputing a Rent Increase: Steps for Residents

If you believe a rent increase was made improperly or you want to challenge it, you have options:

• Confirm that the landlord gave you at least 60 days’ written notice.
• Review your lease agreement to see if additional rules apply.
• If the law or lease was not followed, you may file a complaint or seek mediation through the official channels.

Relevant Forms and Where to Find Them

• Resident Complaint Form (Manufactured Housing Division):
  Download Resident Complaint Form.
  Use this form if you want to file a complaint about your landlord not following the Mobile Home Park Act’s rent increase notice rules. Fill it out and submit it to the New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division as directed on the form.

Who Handles Tenant-Landlord Disputes in New Mexico?

The New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division (MHD) is responsible for overseeing most mobile home park rental issues, including rent increases, under the Mobile Home Park Act.

Eviction or rent dispute cases may also be brought before the New Mexico Magistrate Court, if necessary.

Key Parts of the New Mexico Mobile Home Park Act

• Section 47-10-5: Outlines notice requirements for rent increases and restrictions on how often rent may be raised.
• Section 47-10-7: Describes tenant remedies if a landlord does not comply with rent increase rules.

You can review the official legislation on the New Mexico Mobile Home Park Act page.

FAQ: Mobile Home Park Rent Increases in New Mexico

1. Is there a limit on how much my landlord can raise the rent in a New Mexico mobile home park?
   No, there is no set cap or maximum percentage on rent increases, but they cannot occur more than once a year and require proper notice.
2. How much notice must my landlord give before a rent increase?
   At least 60 days' written notice is required before a rent increase can take effect.
3. Can my landlord raise the rent twice in one year?
   No. New Mexico law only allows one rent increase per twelve-month period for your mobile home space.
4. What if I don't receive the required 60-day notice?
   The rent increase is not legally enforceable until 60 days after you receive proper written notice.
5. Where can I turn if I want to dispute a rent increase or file a complaint?
   You can contact the New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division or file a complaint using their official Resident Complaint Form.

Conclusion: Key Takeaways for Mobile Home Park Renters in New Mexico

• Landlords must give 60 days’ written notice before raising rent in mobile home parks.
• Only one rent increase is allowed within any twelve-month period.
• No specific cap or limit exists on the amount, but legal notice rules protect renters from surprise increases.

If you receive a notice of rent increase, double-check the timeline and your rights under the Mobile Home Park Act. Knowing the law is your best tool for peace of mind.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division (MHD) – Main agency for mobile home park issues: (505) 476-4770
• New Mexico Courts: Landlord-Tenant Self-Help
• Resident Complaint Form – MHD
• Local legal aid (such as New Mexico Legal Aid) can provide free advice to qualified renters.

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1. New Mexico Mobile Home Park Act, NMSA 1978, Sections 47-10-1 to 47-10-23, especially 47-10-5. Read the New Mexico Mobile Home Park Act
2. New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division – Official Site
3. Resident Complaint Form (MHD)
4. New Mexico Courts: Landlord-Tenant Self-Help

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