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N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A: § 205-A:12-a

Civil Penalty.

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Verified 10/20/2026 · Next check 10/27/2026
effective 10/20/2026New HampshireInspections, Registration & Licensing

Operative Text

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A: § 205-A:12-a
In addition to other remedies allowed by law, a manufactured housing park owner may be assessed by a district court a civil penalty of $500 and other reasonable damages for any violation of RSA 205-A:2.
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Plain English

Under N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:12-a, a manufactured housing park owner who violates the foundational park-operation requirements set out in RSA 205-A:2 may be assessed a civil penalty of $500 by a district court, along with any other reasonable damages the court finds appropriate. This penalty exists alongside, and does not replace, any other legal remedies that may be available. The provision is designed to give courts a specific monetary enforcement tool for breaches of the core statutory duties imposed on park owners.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Operators of manufactured housing parks in New Hampshire should be aware that N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:12-a authorizes a district court to impose a $500 civil penalty plus reasonable damages for any failure to comply with the requirements of RSA 205-A:2. Compliant park owners generally maintain ongoing adherence to the obligations listed in RSA 205-A:2 and keep documentation of their practices. Because this penalty is cumulative with other available legal remedies, a single violation can expose a park owner to multiple forms of liability simultaneously.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Residents of manufactured housing parks in New Hampshire may have recourse under N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:12-a if a park owner fails to meet the duties outlined in RSA 205-A:2, as a district court can assess a $500 civil penalty and additional reasonable damages against the owner. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may consider consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand what options are available, including raising the violation in district court proceedings. This provision's remedies stack on top of any other legal rights that may apply, which may be relevant when evaluating the full range of enforcement paths.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

Generated October 20, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.

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References Out

Rules and statutes cited by this regulation

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:2

References In

Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:23
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:12-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:13-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:17
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:1
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A

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§ 14.546
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Source Information

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