SF3166

SF3166 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Additional requirements for manufactured housing contents of notice letters establishment

Related bill: HF2965

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This legislative bill aims to amend existing laws regarding the management and financial responsibilities associated with manufactured home park closures and relocations in Minnesota. The focus is on adjusting provisions related to the Manufactured Home Relocation Trust Fund, ensuring adequate funding and fair application of associated costs for both park owners and residents.

Main Provisions

Park Owner Payments: When a manufactured home park is closed or repurposed, the park owner must pay into the Manufactured Home Relocation Trust Fund. The amount is the lesser of actual moving costs or $3,250 for single-section homes and $6,000 for multisection homes, as approved by a neutral third party.
Exceptions: Park owners are exempt from these payments if:
1. They relocate the resident to another space within the same or different park at their expense.
2. The resident voluntarily vacates before the closure notification.
3. The owner has abandoned the home or is not current on dues or taxes.
4. There's a pending eviction process for nonpayment.
5. The closure is due to eminent domain by a government or utility.
6. The home is not owned by a resident at the park.
Resident Assessments: If the relocation trust fund balance falls below $2,000,000, park owners must pay $15 per lot, which can be recouped from residents. Residents must pay this fee if they own and reside on the lot.
Agency Responsibilities: The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency must annually assess park owners and notify them, providing details on allocations, tax credits for park sales to cooperatives, and other resourceful information. This notice, distributed by July 31, must include payment deadlines and clear instructions for both owners and residents.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The bill introduces stricter guidelines and exceptions for payments into the relocation trust fund to create more clarity and ensure fair practices.
It specifically outlines the circumstances under which payments to the fund are waived and introduces procedures for notifying park owners and collecting fees from residents.
There is an emphasis on transparency in communication from the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency with detailed notices to park owners and residents.

Relevant Terms

Manufactured Home Relocation Trust Fund
Minnesota Housing Finance Agency
Park Closure
Eminent Domain
Resident Assessments
Neutral Third Party

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 31, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
March 31, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Housing and Homelessness Prevention

Citations

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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Clarification on payment responsibilities and deadlines for park owners."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section addresses the responsibility of manufactured home park owners to make payments to the Minnesota manufactured home relocation trust fund when the use of the park changes, impacting residents.",
      "modified": [
        "Details on exemptions and conditions under which payments are not required."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "327C.095",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 12"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        ""
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This statute details the provisions concerning the Minnesota manufactured home relocation trust fund.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarification regarding the payment process and accounting for park owners."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "462A.35",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        ""
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "Related to grounds for eviction in manufactured home parks.",
      "modified": [
        "Incorporates the eviction conditions impacting relocation compensation eligibility."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "327C.09",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        ""
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides information on the tax credit available for sales of manufactured home parks to cooperatives.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "290.0694",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        ""
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This statute includes notice requirements for unsolicited sales of manufactured home parks.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "327C.097",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        ""
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This defines the residency terms within manufactured home parks.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies residency terms affecting compensation and relocation responsibilities."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "327C.015",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 14"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        ""
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section pertains to how park owners can recoup assessments from residents.",
      "modified": [
        "Details recoupment terms for relocation trust fund assessments."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "327C.03",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 6"
  }
]