An Act relative to manufactured housing communities

This bill creates a new local board in cities and towns to oversee fees and rent for manufactured housing communities. The board would have the power to set rules, require registration of community details, and issue binding orders to owners and tenants. It also restricts how much rent can be raised annually, allowing increases only if they match the rate of inflation or if the board finds the current rent does not provide a fair return on investment. Local boards can impose fines of up to $5,000 for violations and must notify the state health board if a violation is found. The legislation applies specifically to the owners and operators of manufactured home parks within Massachusetts municipalities.