Management Meetings with Residents

Does the park manager have to meet with a resident if they send a written request for a meeting? Yes/No/Maybe

The correct answer is yes.  Residents can request that park managers meet with them. Upon receiving a written request, managers must meet with residents according to the Residency Law. The meeting may be with one resident, a group of residents or representatives.

Can a park resident speak in behalf of their neighbor at a meeting with a manager? Yes/No/Maybe

The correct answer is maybe. Residents can appoint someone to represent them at a meeting with the manager. They must sign a written representation request.

Are the main reasons to have a meeting between residents and park managers violations of the Mobilehome Residency Law, rent control or other state and local laws? Yes/No/Maybe

The correct answer is no. Open communication between park managers and residents can resolve many issues. In addition to state and local laws, meetings between park managers and residents often address:

• Concerns regarding park rules;
• Maintenance of physical improvements in the park;
• Additions, alterations or deletion of services, equipment or physical improvements; and
•  Rental agreements.

Does the Residency Law require managers to meet with residents within 30 days of receiving a written request? Yes/No/Maybe

The correct answer is yes. The Residency Law requires that park managers must meet with residents within 30 days of receiving a written request. Managers must also provide notices to home owners ten or more days before meetings.

Civil Code Section 798.53.

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