SENATE BILL REPORT
SB 5428
BYSenators Kreidler and Metcalf
Allowing local governments to control rent in mobile home parks.
Senate Committee on Governmental Operations
Senate Hearing Date(s):February 13, 1989
Senate Staff:Eugene Green (786-7405); Sam Thompson (786-7754)
AS OF FEBRUARY 10, 1989
BACKGROUND:
Many mobile homeowners who rent spaces in mobile home parks have been subjected to a continuing escalation of rents. The imposition of controls on rent has been declared to be of statewide significance and, with few exceptions, is preempted by the state.
SUMMARY:
Cities and counties are allowed to regulate the amount of rent to be charged in mobile home parks.
Appropriation: none
Revenue: none
Fiscal Note: none requested