Effective Date: May 23rd, 2019
Key points:
Local Government Authority: The act grants counties the power to adopt ordinances and resolutions to ensure the safe and equitable operation of mobile home parks within their unincorporated areas.
Extended Eviction Timelines: The legislation extends the notice period for nonpayment of rent from five to ten days, providing mobile home owners additional time to address payment issues before eviction proceedings commence.
Dispute Resolution and Enforcement Program: The act establishes the "Mobile Home Park Act Dispute Resolution and Enforcement Program," administered by the Division of Housing. This program is responsible for:
Registering mobile home parks and collecting associated fees.
Maintaining a database of mobile home parks.
Investigating complaints and enforcing compliance with the "Mobile Home Park Act."
This legislation aims to strengthen tenant rights and ensure fair practices within mobile home communities in Colorado.