Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 5-18 § 5-18-8
Verification of cost and distribution of payments
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The displaced resident must submit a contract or other verified cost estimate for relocating the manufactured home to the park owner for approval as a condition to the park owner's liability to pay relocation expenses. If the park owner refuses to pay the contract or other verified cost estimate, the park owner shall arrange for relocating the manufactured home and pay the relocation costs identified in section 5-18-6 . Relocation payments must be made no later than the date upon which the manufactured home is removed from the park. In the case of manufactured homes that cannot be removed, the in lieu payment shall be made at the time of, and shall be contingent upon, the tendering of the manufactured home's title to the park owner. In the event that the owner is unable to locate the title to the manufactured home, the owner shall sign an affidavit setting forth: (1) The inability to locate the title; (2) The homeowner's desire to transfer ownership of the home to the park owner for disposal purposes; and (3) The homeowner's agreement to transfer ownership and releasing the park owner from any liability for the home's eventual disposal.
Rochester Code of Ordinances ch. 5-18 § 5-18-8 establishes a verification and payment process for relocation expenses owed to displaced manufactured-home residents. A displaced resident must submit a contract or verified cost estimate to the park owner before the owner's payment obligation is triggered; if the park owner rejects that estimate, the owner must instead arrange and pay for the move directly. Payment must occur no later than the date the home is removed, and for homes that cannot be moved, an in-lieu payment is tied to the transfer of the home's title—or, if the title cannot be found, to the signing of an affidavit transferring ownership and releasing the park owner from disposal liability.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rochester Code of Ordinances ch. 5-18 § 5-18-8, compliant park owners review submitted relocation contracts or verified cost estimates and either approve payment or arrange the relocation themselves. Operators ensure that all relocation payments are disbursed no later than the date the manufactured home leaves the park, and that in-lieu payments for immovable homes are made at the moment of title transfer. When a resident cannot locate a home's title, operators typically accept a properly executed affidavit covering the three required elements—inability to locate the title, intent to transfer ownership, and release of disposal liability—before completing the transaction.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Rochester Code of Ordinances ch. 5-18 § 5-18-8 gives displaced manufactured-home residents the right to have their documented relocation costs reviewed and paid by the park owner, with payment due no later than the day the home is removed. Residents whose homes cannot be relocated are entitled to an in-lieu payment upon surrendering the home's title, and those who cannot find the title may satisfy this requirement through a signed affidavit rather than losing their payment rights. Tenants who believe a park owner is not complying with these requirements may consider contacting the City of Rochester's relevant municipal office, a local tenant-rights organization, or a housing attorney to understand available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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