North Dakota Mobile Home Park Closure: Relocation Help

If you rent a lot for your manufactured or mobile home in North Dakota, facing park closure can be unsettling. Knowing your rights and what relocation assistance may be available helps you plan your next steps confidently. This guide covers key information on North Dakota park closure notices, possible help with moving costs, and where to seek support—tailored to renters like you.

Understanding Mobile Home Park Closure in North Dakota

When a mobile home park in North Dakota closes, tenants may need to move their homes or find new housing. The process is governed by state law to protect renters and help provide fair notice.

Legal Notice Requirements for Park Closure

• Landlords must provide at least 365 days (one year) written notice before closing a mobile home park or discontinuing rental of lots for manufactured homes.
• The notice must clearly state the date when tenants must move out and explain the reason for closure.
• This requirement helps ensure tenants have time to arrange for their home’s relocation or find alternative housing.

For specific language and details, see North Dakota Century Code Chapter 47-32.2 - Landlord and Tenant: Mobile Home Lots¹.

Is Relocation Assistance Available?

As of 2024, North Dakota law does not require landlords or park owners to pay for tenants' moving costs or provide direct financial relocation assistance when a mobile home park closes. While some states have mobile home relocation funds or additional protections, North Dakota focuses on extended notice requirements instead.

However, tenants may qualify for other forms of assistance (such as federal, state, or local housing aid) in certain cases. Check with the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency for programs that might help with affordable housing or moving expenses: North Dakota Housing Finance Agency.

Steps to Take If You Receive a Park Closure Notice

• Read the notice carefully. Check the move-out date and reason for closure.
• Confirm the timing. You should receive at least 365 days' notice.
• If you believe the notice is not valid or the timing is too short, contact the North Dakota Attorney General’s Consumer Protection division or the local district court (the official tribunal for landlord-tenant disputes).
• Start planning for potential relocation, whether that means moving your home to another park or exploring other housing options.

Tip: Try to begin looking for new spaces or homes early. Sites may have waiting lists, and moving a mobile home can take planning, permits, and coordination.

Official Forms You May Need

North Dakota does not provide a specific relocation assistance application or form related to park closure. However, if you seek to assert your rights or dispute a notice, you may use:

• Eviction (Forcible Detainer) Complaint Form
  • When used: If the landlord tries to evict you before the required notice period or otherwise violates state law, you may need to respond or file your own complaint with the district court.
  • Example: If you receive a park-closure notice giving less than 365 days, and the landlord seeks early eviction, you can use this form to defend your rights.
  • North Dakota District Court Small Claims and Eviction Forms
• Landlord-Tenant Complaint
  • When used: For seeking mediation or assistance with a dispute over park closure notices, you may file a complaint with the Consumer Protection & Antitrust Division of the North Dakota Attorney General.
  • Example: If you believe the landlord is not complying with the law, complete the landlord/tenant complaint form.
  • Landlord/Tenant Complaint Form – North Dakota Attorney General

Tenancy Tribunal and Legislation in North Dakota

• Official tribunal for landlord-tenant disputes:
  • North Dakota District Courts
    Find Your North Dakota District Court
• Key law: North Dakota Century Code Chapter 47-32.2 - Landlord and Tenant: Mobile Home Lots¹

FAQ: Park Closure and Renter Rights in North Dakota

1. How much notice must a landlord give for a mobile home park closure in North Dakota?
   Landlords must provide renters with at least 365 days (one year) written notice before closing a mobile home park or ending lot rentals.
2. Are landlords required to help pay for relocation costs in North Dakota?
   No. North Dakota law does not require landlords or park owners to pay for moving or relocation costs when a park closes.
3. What can I do if my park owner gives less than 365 days' notice?
   You may file a complaint with the Consumer Protection Division of the North Dakota Attorney General or contact your local District Court to assert your legal rights.
4. Can I challenge a park closure notice in North Dakota?
   Yes. If you believe the closure is not following the law, you can file a landlord-tenant complaint or seek legal advice for possible remedies.
5. Which government office handles mobile home closure disputes in North Dakota?
   The North Dakota District Courts handle formal disputes. For mediation or complaints, contact the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division.

Conclusion & Key Takeaways

• North Dakota requires mobile home park owners to give at least one year’s written notice before closing or discontinuing lot rentals.
• No state relocation assistance fund exists, but help may be available through other housing support agencies.
• Tenants can file complaints or seek legal help if notice requirements are not met.

Knowing these rules helps renters plan ahead and protect their interests during a mobile home park closure.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Eviction and Small Claims Forms – North Dakota Courts
• Landlord/Tenant Complaint – North Dakota Attorney General
• Find Your Local District Court
• North Dakota Housing Finance Agency – Renter Resources
• Landlord and Tenant: Mobile Home Lots – ND Century Code Ch. 47-32.2

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1. North Dakota Century Code Chapter 47-32.2 – Landlord and Tenant: Mobile Home Lots

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