Your rights if you rent a mobile home

If you rent a mobile home like a static caravan to live in, you probably have a licence agreement.

Make sure you read your licence document when you move in.

It should say:

• how long you can stay

• how much notice you'll get if the landlord wants you to leave

• your landlord's responsibilities

If you have a tenancy

Some people who rent a mobile home have a tenancy agreement, not a licence.

You might have a tenancy if your mobile home is:

• static and cannot be moved

• connected to electricity and water mains

Your rights depend on the type of tenancy you have.

You do not need to have a written agreement to have these rights.

Eviction from a mobile home

You should usually get at least 4 weeks’ notice if your landlord wants to evict you.

If you stay past the date on the notice, your landlord must go to court and get a possession order to evict you.

You might get more notice and more protection from eviction if you have a tenancy instead of a licence.

Landlord harassment and illegal eviction

It’s illegal for your landlord to harass you or force you to leave your mobile home.

Harassment can be if your landlord:

• is abusive or violent

• cuts off your gas, electricity or water

• enters your home without your permission

There are steps you can take to deal with landlord harassment.

The council can help if you’re illegally evicted.

Repairs and conditions in mobile homes

If you have a licence, your landlord is only responsible for repairs that are in your agreement. Check your licence agreement to see what it says about repairs.

If you have a tenancy

Your landlord is responsible for most repairs in your mobile home.

This usually includes:

• heating and hot water

• sinks, toilets, pipes and drains

• the roof and walls of your mobile home

Tell your landlord about repairs that need to be done as soon as you can. Put this in writing.

Claiming benefits for a mobile home

You can claim housing benefit or universal credit housing costs if you have a low income or get other benefits. It can be used to pay your rent or site fees.