Wyoming Manufactured Home Sale Laws: Steps and Forms

If you're a Wyoming renter or homeowner thinking of selling a manufactured (mobile) home, it's essential to understand the legal process. Wyoming law has unique rules for selling manufactured homes—especially when they sit in a park or on rented land. Knowing the right steps and which forms to use can protect your interests, minimize disputes, and ensure a smooth sale for both you and your buyer. Below, you’ll find clear guidance, official resources, and practical explanations to help you through this experience.

Understanding Manufactured Home Sales in Wyoming

In Wyoming, selling a manufactured home involves special steps—especially if the home is in a mobile home park. Key laws ensure buyers and sellers follow correct procedures for ownership transfer, titling, and, when renting land, park notice requirements.

When You Own the Home But Rent the Land

• Home Ownership: You own the structure (the manufactured home).
• Park Rental: The land underneath is rented, typically under a rental agreement governed by Wyoming's landlord-tenant law.
• Sale Implications: You can usually sell your home, but the buyer will also need to arrange with the park owner to continue renting the lot.

Legal Steps to Sell Your Manufactured Home

Here's a summary of the main legal actions required. See detailed steps below for more help:

• Check your title and ownership documents.
• Notify the mobile home park (if on rented land).
• Use the appropriate Wyoming forms to transfer ownership and title.
• Make sure the buyer knows they'll need to get approval from the park owner to rent the lot.

Key Forms for Manufactured Home Sale

• Wyoming Certificate of Title for a Manufactured Home (no specific form number):
  
  • What it is: The title document is proof of legal ownership—much like a car title. You must sign it over to the buyer to complete the sale.
  • When to use: At the time of sale, to transfer ownership from seller to buyer.
  • Where to get it: Obtain, sign, and file title transfer through your local Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) motor vehicle office.
  • Official instructions: See WYDOT's guide to mobile home titles.
• Wyoming Secure Power of Attorney (Form MV-107):
  • What it is: Allows someone else to sign title paperwork on your behalf, often used if you're unavailable for closing.
  • When to use: If you're unable to appear to sign the Certificate of Title in person.
  • Where to get it: Download from WYDOT's official forms list.

Always check that the local county clerk or DMV office doesn’t require additional forms based on your location.

Notifying the Mobile Home Park Owner

• According to Wyoming landlord-tenant law, renters (homeowners renting land) must typically notify the park owner if they intend to sell.
• If the buyer wants to keep the home in the same park, they usually must apply and be approved to lease the lot. If the park refuses them for a lawful reason (such as not meeting background or income standards), the buyer may need to move the home.
• Always give written notice of your intent to sell—ask your park for their preferred method or use a dated letter.
• Reference: Wyoming Residential Rental Property Act (Title 1, Chapter 21).

Legislation and Authority Over Tenant Rights

• The main tenancy law is the Wyoming Residential Rental Property Act (W.S. § 1-21-1201 et seq.).
• Residential disputes in Wyoming are typically resolved through county courts, not a specialized board, but the Wyoming Judicial Branch manages housing cases.
• For consumer protection or fair housing complaints, contact the Wyoming Consumer Protection Unit.

Practical Example: Selling While Renting the Lot

Suppose you want to sell your manufactured home located in a park. Here’s how the process might look:

• You notify your park owner, in writing, of your intent to sell.
• You show the home and reach a deal with a buyer.
• You and the buyer complete and sign the Certificate of Title transfer at the local county clerk (see the official WYDOT mobile home title instructions).
• Your buyer applies with the park for the lot lease. If approved, the home stays; otherwise, it may need to be moved.

1. Do I need park owner permission to sell my home?
   Usually you don’t need explicit permission to sell, but your buyer will need approval to keep renting the lot. Always give written notice to the park owner first.
2. Who handles complaints about disputes?
   In Wyoming, the county circuit or district court handles landlord-tenant disputes. For consumer issues, contact the Consumer Protection Unit.
3. What if the buyer is denied by the park owner?
   If lot rental is denied, the buyer may need to move the home. If you believe the denial is unfair, seek assistance from the Wyoming Consumer Protection Unit.
4. Is a legal bill of sale required?
   Though not always legally required, a written bill of sale is strongly recommended to document the transaction details.
5. How is the sale reported for tax/title?
   The buyer must take the signed title to the county clerk for new registration and pay applicable taxes and fees.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Wyoming DOT – Mobile Home Title Transfers
• Wyoming Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit – for reporting unfair park owner practices
• Wyoming Judicial Branch – information on tenant-landlord disputes
• Wyoming Residential Rental Property Act (Official Statutes, PDF)

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1. See Wyoming Residential Rental Property Act (W.S. § 1-21-1201 et seq.)
2. Wyoming Department of Transportation – Mobile Home Title Transfer Guide
3. Wyoming Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit

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