Rules and Regulations
Revised June, 2017
Exhibit B
Clarification of Rules and Regulations
WorshamMobileHomePark
THE RULES LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE A PART OF THE LEASE AGREEMENT
All residents are responsible for understanding the rules
all household members will be held accountable.No exceptions.
Theserulesserve asLegal Noticefor all violation notices
Additional notices are not necessary
NOTICE TO ONE PERSON SIGNING THE LEASE IS CONSIDERED NOTICE TO ALL
Worsham Mobile Home Park is PRIVATE PROPERTY
The Landowner has absolute right to enforce the rules
for the safety and benefit of the tenants residing on the property
Rules and Regulations
Revised June, 2017
Table of Contents
Homeowner Responsibilities
1Lease Agreement
2Rules of the Park
2Required Documentation
2Pets
3Guests and Additional Residents
4Parties
4Safety
4Mailboxes
5Vehicles
5Return of Security Deposit
Property Maintenance
6Exterior Improvements
6Lot and Lawn Care
7Maintenance and Repairs
8Satellite Dish Installation
8Storage Sheds
8Water Usage
9Winterizing
Mobile Home Installation and Removal
9Mobile Home Installation and Standards
10Removal of the Mobile Home
Complaints
11Neighbors
12Park Employees
Consequences
12Non-Compliance with Rules and Regulations
12Eviction and Right of Management
13Trespassing
Abandonment and Liquidated Damages
13Breach of terms of lease
13Liquidated Damages
Forms and Policies
14No Party Policy
15Request by Tenant for Service Call
16Guest Registration Form
17New Resident Form
18Moving Form and Checklist
19Sample of Inspection of Premises/Release Form
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Rules and Regulations
Revised June, 2017
Homeowner Responsibilities
A.Lease Agreement
- Each new tenant must apply to live in Worsham Mobile Home Park. A credit check is required and is part of the application procedure. Management reserves the right to reject tenancy.
- If a prospective tenant is purchasing a used mobile home the home must be inspected and approved. Management reserves the right to reject a home that is in poor condition.
- If there is a change in the status of the individual(s) who signed the lease (e.g. death or divorce), the office must be notified immediately. An additional credit checkwill be necessary if the original parties’ combined salary was considered when the application was approved.
- A co-signer on a lease shares responsibility for all financial issues as well as violations until a written release statement is requested and received from management. See #5 below.
- In the event an applicant must have a co-signer in order to qualify for residency the co-signer is not released from the obligation unless the resident qualifies through a new application procedure or presents a substitute co-signer and this individual is approved through the application procedure. The new application must be approved in writing prior to release.
- Individuals residing in the home and signing the lease must also be on the title of the trailer. An extra charge will be in effect for adult persons (including spouses) not on the title or purchase agreement for the trailer. Each child or family member residing in the home will be charged an added fee.
- Rent is due on the first day each month and must be paid on or before 4:00 p.m. the fifth day of the month. A Late Charge of thirty five ($35.00) will be charged to all residents whose rent is not received by Management on or before 4:00 p.m. on the fifth day of the month.
- Registered adult persons who do not sign the lease must comply with the rules of the park. The person(s) signing the lease are responsible for all persons residing or visiting in the home. An adult who does not sign the lease has no legal authority to reside in Worsham Mobile Home Park.
- At no time may an adult person sign a lease agreementwithout going through the application process, including a credit check. The additional resident form must be submitted for any additional persons to reside in the home. A written response regarding the addition of an individual on the lease must be included in the WMHP file. Residents are not permitted to house a roomer.
- All mobile homes are for homeowner occupancy only. Mobile Homes may not be used for offices or private business purposes.
- The home is to be used as a single family dwelling only. With exceptions regarding care-giving (see # 12), the maximum occupancy within a mobile home in the community shall be two (2) adult persons per home. Any person residing within a home for more than seven (7) consecutive days must contact the office and complete a visitor form. An anticipated move-out date is required. A visitor must also register their vehicle or it will be subject to towing. There will be an additional charge for an extra resident even for a short term. Residents are not permitted to house a roomer or sublease.
- A caregiver must be registered with the office.
- A current signed lease must be on file at all times. New leases are offered on a yearly basis to reflect updated rules and regulations. Failure to sign a new lease and return the lease promptly is grounds for eviction. Co-signers are not eliminated at lease signing. See #5 above.
- Lease renewals will be offered each year at the discretion of the management with consideration of the credit history and violation record of the homeowner. Tenants who owe back rents, late fees or fines for violations should not expect their leases to be renewed upon renewal date.
- A homeowner or their guest whose lease has not been renewed is not permitted in the Park under any circumstances. Trespassing charges will be filed if this rule is violated.
- The security deposit will be sacrificed if the tenant breaks the lease. A written notice is required sixty (60) days prior to the end of the lease period if a tenant intends to terminate the lease. No exceptions allowed.
- A homeowner who is moving out of the Park must complete the check sheet (“Moving Form”) prior to leaving in order to qualify for the return of the deposit. It is the tenant’s responsibility to verify that the proper procedures have been completed.
- Worsham Mobile Home Park management does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age or national origin. The management reserves the right to make selections of applicants based on the age, condition and size of the mobile home and the credit history of the applicant.
B.Rules of the Park
1.The Rules and Regulations stated within this document are a part of the lease agreement.
2.In the event that a rule must be added or changed the amendment will be published and/or mailed to each tenant. Publication in the newsletter is an acceptable means of notification.
C.Required Documentation
- The homeowner is required to purchase a Homeowners Insurance Policy on the home and property, and must hold the management at WorshamMobileHomePark harmless for any claims arising from injury or damage at the homeowner’s property. Damages, including the clean-up of related debris, which occur to a home as a result of an act of God such as wind damage or flooding, are the responsibility of the homeowner and/or the homeowner’s insurance. A copy of current proof of insurance must be on file in the WMHP office.
- An occupancy permit issued by the City of Richmond is required before the tenant may reside in a mobile home new to WMHP.
- A complete profile on each and every resident or long-term guest is required to be on file in the office. This includes but is not limited to copies of the following: Pictured ID and social security number, title of home and/or purchase agreement, proof of purchase of shed, enclosures and satellite dish, proof of insurance, final inspection, building or occupancy permit, plumbing permit, electrical permit, alien registration card (if applicable), current place of employment and current telephone number.
D.Pets
- Written pet registration is required of pet owners. Two pets only are permitted. Dogs must be mild-mannered and weigh under thirty-five pounds. Both dogs and cats must be kept indoors. The monthly rent fee for each animal is $10.00.
- Dogs must be walked on a leash and must be walked away from the park premises and ditches. Solid waste must be removed immediately from ANYWHERE in the park, including the ditch area.
- Dogs must be inside dogs only. The dog may not be fenced or leashed outside. Exterior kennels or enclosures are not permitted.
- Litter must be disposed of in a plastic bag in the super can belonging to the mobile home.
- All pets must be current on tags and shots. Non-compliance may be cause for eviction.
- Animal Control will be called if a pet is not under the control of the homeowner.
- Tenants should call animal control and report any unleashed animal or animals that create a noise problem.
- Barking dogs are not permitted. The park should remain quiet.
- Worsham Mobile Home Park permits domestic pets (dogs and cats only). Caged indoor birds such as canaries or parakeets are also permitted. No other pets are permitted. The following policy applies to all pet owners in Worsham Mobile Home Park and is effective immediately. Failure to provide documentation or to register a pet will result in steep fines and/or other costsassociated with the capture or vaccination of a pet.
a.All pets must be registered with the office. Registration includes the following documentation:
1)A current vaccination record from a licensed veterinarian
2)A current City of Richmond license tag (available at most veterinarian offices)
3)It is the pet owner’s responsibility to keep this documentation up-to-date.
- An additional fee for dogs and cats must be paid as part of the rental agreement. It is the owner’s responsibility to notify the office if the pet is no longer in the residence.
- Only two pets are permitted per household. The animal may not weigh more than 35 pounds. Dogs and cats are the only pets permitted. Caged indoor birds are the only exception.
d.All solid dog waste must be picked up and properly discarded by the pet owner. This is the case even on the pet owner’s lot. A fine will be imposed if pet waste is not removed.
e.All pets must be removed from the home in the case of the owner’s move or death. Owners must make advanced arrangements for the care of their pet, particularly if the owner lives alone. This information must be communicated to the office.
E.Guests and Additional Residents
- Guests staying within the home for a period of one week (7 days) or more must complete a guest form and be approved by the management of WorshamMobileHomePark. An increased rent payment of $15.00 is required. The guest must provide proper identification and relationship to the lessee. A date of departure must be provided.
- The guest must register his or her vehicle with the office. A temporary guest pass will be issued. Towing is enforced.
- The homeowner is responsible for the behavior of his or her guest(s). If a guest is in non-compliance of the Park rules and regulations, the homeowner will be penalized through a fine, violation notice or eviction. Police may be summoned if needed.
- Parents of minor children are responsible for the behavior of the child as well as the child’s guests even if the parent is not present with the child. This responsibility includes financial issues in the case of damage to the property.
- Subleasing is not permitted.
- Worsham Mobile Home Park is private property and is posted as such. Guests require approval.
- New permanent residents within the home must be registered with the office. New residents must be related, married/partner, or a caregiver to the homeowner. All homes in the park are single family dwellings. No more than two adults may live in a home unless permission is granted from the management.
F.Parties
- No late night parties (after 10:00 p.m.) are permitted in the park.
- There is a No Party Policy in effect for this community. See page 14.
- The management must be notified in advance if there is a planned party involving increased vehicles at a residence.
- Uninvited persons on the premises are considered trespassers.
- Any disturbance caused by a party, even if permission was granted by the management, must be reported to the police.
G.Safety
- Each home must have the address attached in numerals at least four inches (4”) high and clearly visible from the street.
- A mobile home may not remain vacant. This is a safety precaution.
- Tenants are required to install exterior motion-sensor lights on the sides or backs of theirhomes. This action is one of the greatest safeguards against intruders and accidents and may provide a savings on homeowner’s insurance.
- The speed limit of 5 MPH must be maintained at all times. Tenants who speed or drive recklessly in the park will surrender the privilege of driving and parking in the park.
- Unlicensed drivers are not to drive in the park. Any unsafe or hazardous driving in the park will result in the revocation of driving privileges in the park.
- Parents are responsible for their children at play. Children are not permitted on neighboring lots without the permission of that homeowner. This is a serious offense to all and may be reason for immediate eviction if the victim’s rights have been violated.
- Children under the age of fourteen (14) shall not be left alone without adult supervision.
- No motorcycles, minibikes, etc. are permitted in the Park.
- Flammable items must be stored in sheds. Explosives such as gas or kerosene may not be stored
- under the trailer.
- The mobile home must be equipped with smoke or fire detectors. The city requires one smoke detector inside of every bedroom and also one in the kitchen and one in the living room.
- Solicitors or door-to-door sales persons are not permitted in the Park. The police must be notified if an uninvited sales person comes to a home. Never invite a solicitor into the park or to your home.
- Each mobile home must carry its own Liability Insurance and Homeowners Policy for replacement of the home and contents against fire, flooding or water damage.
- Worsham Mobile Home Park management supports the community Neighborhood Watch program.
H.Mailboxes
- Steep fines will be imposed on anyone who leaves trash or litter in the mailbox area.
- Loss of mailbox key must be reported immediately to the management.
- First loss of key: A duplicate key will be issued three (3) business days following the loss of a key. A $45.00 charge is required for the replacement.
- Second and subsequent loss of key: The box must be re-keyed by a locksmith. A $60.00 charge is required for the replacement. The key will be replaced within 3-7 business days.
- The mailbox key must be returned to Worsham Mobile Home Park when residence at Worsham Mobile Home Park is terminated.
- Tenants are expected to arrange for a change of address with the U. S. Postal Service.
I.Vehicles
- All vehicles must be registered with the office and a parking permit sticker must be displayed on the rear driver’s side window.
- Guests must request a temporary parking sticker if the vehicle is parked on Worsham Mobile Home property for more than seven (7) days.
- All vehicles belonging to residents in WorshamMobileHomePark must be licensed in Virginia and have a current Virginia inspection.
- All vehicles parked on the property must be properly and currently licensed.
- No boats, trailers, or recreational vehicles are permitted in the Park.
- No more than two vehicles may be parked at a mobile home at any given time, including guest vehicles.
- No automotive maintenanceof any kind is permitted in the Park.
- No washing of vehicles is permitted in the Park.
- Violators will have their vehicles towed at their expense.
- Cars may not be parked near a neighbor’s mobile home. A noise buffer must be maintained between homes so as to not disturb a neighbor when starting a vehicle.
- Parking on grassy areas is prohibited.
- Parking in the right of way is prohibited.
- Honking or otherwise disturbing the peace and quiet of the neighborhood is prohibited.
- Vehicles may not be parked in the front parking lot without prior permission and a parking permit (resident or guest) clearly displayed.
- No vehicle may be parked in the front parking lot with “for sale” signs displayed.
J.Return of Security Deposit
To be eligible for Security Deposit/Damage Waiver Return:
1.The tenant must have a current, signed lease on file.
2.A sixty (60) day written notice is required prior to the lease expiration date. If the lease is broken for any reason or if a current lease is not on file when notice is given the tenant is not eligible for the return of the security deposit/damage waiver.
3.The rent and all fees must be up to date (i.e. the tenant must have a “zero” balance). The security deposit/damage waiver may not be used in lieu of rent or other fees.
4.If the mobile home is removed from the property the lot must be raked and reseeded. All tie-down brackets must be removed from the ground. All evidence of the mobile home, stoop, steps or other outside attachments must be removed from Worsham Mobile Home Park property and may not be left on the property for the next tenant.
5.If the mobile home is to remain on the property a request for a walk-through must be made by the tenant. If the home is acceptable all deficiencies must be corrected by the tenant. Homes in Worsham Mobile Home Park may not be sold “as is”. It is the tenant’s responsibility to ascertain that the buyer has completed an application and is approved prior to accepting payment for the home.
6.A forwarding address must be provided.
7.The mailbox key must be returned to the front office.
8.The Worsham Mobile Home Park lease provides for a $2,000.00 liquidated damages clause in the case of abandonment of a mobile home on park property. This damages clause is over and above the security deposit/damage waiver.
9.This list may not reflect all cases for security deposit/damage waiver return. An accounting of reason for denial will be mailed to the tenant.
If a tenant is eligible for a return:
a.Worsham Mobile Home Park staff will determine whether all or a portion of the security deposit/damage waiver is to be returned. A full accounting of any charges against the security deposit/damage waiver will be sent to the tenant within 30 days following the move. Charges include any work that must be performed to ready the property for a new mobile home, or work that was not sufficiently completed on a home permitted to remain in the park. Dump charges are $150.00 for a full load, $75.00 for a half load and $35.00 for a partial load. This charge does not include an hourly labor charge.