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Florida’s Mobile Home Act, Chapter 723 of the Florida Statutes, protects people who own a mobile home and rent the lot in a park with 10 or more lots. It requires parks to give buyers a prospectus, give 90 days’ written notice of rent increases or rule changes, follow set eviction grounds, and offer homeowners a chance to buy the park in some sales. The Division of Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes handles complaints and mediation.
Key protections under Chapter 723
| Protection | What it means |
|---|---|
| Prospectus | A disclosure document explaining rent, fees, services, and how increases are set |
| 90-day notice | Required before rent increases, fee changes, or reductions in services |
| Homeowners’ committee | Residents can meet with the park about increases |
| Mediation | Available through the state when disputes aren’t resolved |
| Limited eviction grounds | Such as nonpayment, rule violations, or change in land use |
| Right of first refusal | Homeowners’ associations may get a chance to buy the park in some sales |
| Change in land use | Extra notice and possible relocation help if a park closes |
Eviction rules
Parks can only evict for reasons listed in the law, including:
- Nonpayment of rent (after written notice)
- Conviction for certain violations of law
- Repeated violations of park rules after notice
- A change in the use of the land
This article is general information, not legal advice. For an eviction notice or rent dispute, contact a Florida attorney who handles Chapter 723 matters.
If the park is sold or closed
- Homeowners must get notice of a change in land use
- The Florida Mobile Home Relocation Corporation may provide relocation or abandonment payments to eligible owners
- In some sales, a homeowners’ association can make an offer to buy the park
Where to file a complaint
- Division of Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes (myfloridalicense.com)
- Federation of Manufactured Home Owners of Florida (FMO) for advocacy and education
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Frequently asked questions
Does Chapter 723 apply to every mobile home park?
It applies to parks with 10 or more lots offered for rent where residents own their homes.
What is a mobile home park prospectus?
A required disclosure that explains the lot rental amount, fees, services, rules, and how future increases are determined.
How much notice does a Florida park need to give for a rent increase?
At least 90 days’ written notice.
Who regulates mobile home parks in Florida?
The Division of Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes, part of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
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- Florida Statutes Chapter 723 (leg.state.fl.us)
- Florida DBPR, Division of Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes (myfloridalicense.com)
- Florida Mobile Home Relocation Corporation (fmhrc.org)
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