Fire Sprinkler Clarification
HUD Code Fire Sprinkler Standards became effective on September 15, 2025. The HUD Code Standards preempt the California standards that were in effect prior to September 15,2025. No
How can a resident get their taxes reduced?
A: Local property taxes are based on 1% of the assessed value (AV) of the property or home, plus any local bonded debt, such as school bonds. Under the California Constitution (Art
Civil Code Distribution by February 1, 2026
A new law was passed that allows park owners to distribute the Civil Code via e-mail to park residents who give their permission to do so. Based on the number of Civil Code orders
Regional City Updates
There have been some interesting updates on legal cases filed by rental property owners against the city of Santa Ana and its rent control ordinance. The Apartment Association o
Is the new park management allowed to change rules on long-time residents or are these residents “grandfathered-in” under the old rules?
A: Existing residents are not exempt from park rule changes. According to the MRL (Civil Code §798.25), the park can change a park rule and regulation as it applies to existing re
How can a resident get their taxes reduced?
A: Local property taxes are based on 7% of the assessed value (AV) of the property or home, plus any local bonded debt, such as school bonds. Under the California Constitution (Art
2025 Legislative Summary
2025 Legislation Summary It was a busy legislative year. CMPA works to facilitate the challenging process of educating legislators and their staff on proposed legislation that cou
Can the park start billing residents for utilities that were previously included in the rent?
If the residents’ rental agreement provides that sewer, water and garbage are included in the rent, the park management may elect to itemize or charge separately for these utilit
Announcing Great Victories!
SB 749 – Forced Sale Requirement DEFEATED! The bill dictating who a mobilehome park can be sold to and at what price is dead. After countless discussions, meetings and hearings,
Does the park manager have the right to tell me to remove my belongings that are stored on my space?
The park manager has an obligation to keep the park safe from fire. According to California Code of Regulations, Title 25 (health and safety requirements for mobile home parks), Ar