Mobile homes
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This section explains your rights if you own or rent a mobile home such as a caravan or a park home, you rent a pitch to place it on, or you are considering living on a houseboat.
The laws governing the owning and renting of mobile homes are different to those governing traditional 'bricks and mortar' properties.
A mobile home could be a caravan, a motorhome, a prefabricated bungalow or park home. You can also find more about your rights and responsibilities by downloading the Communities and Local Government (CLG) park home factsheet.
Things to consider
This section explains what to do if you are interested in buying or renting a mobile home.
Renting a mobile home
How to find a mobile home to rent, and information on costs, Housing Benefit and your rights.
Buying a mobile home
All you need to know about buying a mobile home, from mortgages and stamp duty to surveys and your rights.
Owning a mobile home
Most people who own their mobile homes still need to rent a pitch to station it on.
Responsibilities in mobile homes
As the owner or tenant of a mobile home, you have certain responsibilities as well as rights.
Choosing a mobile home site
Everything you need to consider when choosing a site, from costs to rental terms and park rules.
Houseboats
This page considers some of the issues involved with living on a houseboat, and provides useful links if you need further information.
Mobile homes jargon
Whether your home is classed as a 'mobile home' or a 'dwelling house' can have a big impact on your rights.
