Oregon HUD Manufactured Housing Standards: A Renter’s Guide

Manufactured homes, often called mobile homes, provide affordable housing for many Oregonians. If you rent a manufactured home or a space within a manufactured home park in Oregon, it’s important to know that these homes are built to federal safety standards set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Oregon also has additional rules to ensure safe, quality housing for renters.

What Are HUD Standards for Manufactured Homes?

HUD manufactured home standards are a set of national construction and safety codes. Manufactured homes built after June 15, 1976 must meet HUD’s Construction and Safety Standards. These standards cover:

• Fire safety and flame resistance
• Structural strength and durability
• Plumbing, electrical, and heating systems
• Energy efficiency and ventilation
• Proper installation and tie-downs

Manufactured homes in Oregon must display a HUD certification label (“HUD tag”) near the rear of the home’s exterior. This label confirms the home was built according to these safety standards.

Oregon’s Additional Manufactured Housing Rules

In Oregon, manufactured home parks and rental agreements are regulated by the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Park Tenancy Act. This law protects renters’ rights in these communities, focusing on topics like rents, evictions, repairs, and park rules.

Maintenance and Repairs

• Landlords must keep park common areas and services in good repair.
• If a landlord provides your home (not just the space), they must make sure it meets “habitability” standards—meaning it’s safe, weatherproof, and has working plumbing and heating.
• Renters are responsible for damages they or their guests cause beyond normal wear and tear.

For more detail, see Oregon law on landlord and tenant maintenance responsibilities.

What to Do If Your Manufactured Home or Site Isn’t Up to Standard

If you believe your manufactured home or park isn’t meeting HUD or Oregon requirements, follow these steps:

• Contact your landlord/property manager first and provide written notice of the issue.
• If repairs are not made within a reasonable time, you may be able to request an inspection from your local city or county building department, or file a complaint.
• The Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) Manufactured Communities Resource Center provides guidance and education for renters.

Official Forms for Oregon Manufactured Home Renters

• Notice of Repair Request (No Official Form Number)
  When and How to Use: If something in your home or site isn’t safe or doesn’t meet legal standards, write a formal notice to your landlord requesting repairs. Keep a copy for your records. While Oregon doesn’t provide a statewide form, you can use a letter or your park’s standard form. See an example format on the Oregon Judicial Department's landlord-tenant resources.
• Application for Manufactured Home Complaint Investigation (No Official Form Number)
  When and How to Use: If your home is unsafe due to construction issues and it was installed within one year, you can contact the Oregon Building Codes Division to file a complaint about construction defects. Use the Residential Manufactured Home Complaint Form.

These forms help create a record of your requests and complaints—important if you need to prove an issue went unaddressed.

Where to Go for Manufactured Home Disputes

Most manufactured housing disputes in Oregon, such as problems with repairs, rent increases, or evictions, are handled by the Oregon Judicial Department—Landlord/Tenant Courts. Small claims or housing-related disputes can also be brought to your local county court under the Manufactured Dwelling Park Tenancy Act.^[1]

Relevant Oregon Tenancy Legislation

The main laws protecting renters in manufactured homes are:

• Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 90 – Residential Landlord and Tenant
• Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Park Tenancy Act

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do all manufactured homes in Oregon have to meet HUD standards?
   Yes, any manufactured home built after June 15, 1976 must meet federal HUD safety standards. Older homes are not required to but may be “grandfathered” in under certain conditions.
2. How can I tell if my manufactured home meets HUD standards?
   Look for a metal HUD certification label on the outside of your home. This label usually appears at the rear and confirms compliance.
3. What should I do if my landlord doesn’t fix safety violations?
   Send a written repair notice. If repairs are not made, you may be able to contact local building inspectors, submit a complaint, or file in court. See the complaint links above for details.
4. Do I have to use a specific form to ask for repairs?
   No, Oregon does not require a particular form. A written letter, email, or standard park form is acceptable—just be sure to keep a copy.
5. Who can help if I’m facing eviction from a manufactured home park?
   Contact a legal aid service or use the Oregon Judicial Department’s landlord-tenant resources for help and possible mediation.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• OHCS Manufactured Communities Resource Center – Guidance, complaint info, and education on renters' rights
• Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Park Tenancy Act (statute)
• Oregon Judicial Department—Landlord/Tenant Courts
• Oregon Building Codes Division – For mobile home construction or installation complaints
• Oregon Legal Aid – Manufactured Home Tenant Rights

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1. Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Park Tenancy Act
2. HUD Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards
3. Oregon Housing and Community Services – Manufactured Dwelling Parks
4. Oregon Manufactured Home Complaint Form
5. Oregon Judicial Department—Landlord/Tenant Courts

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