Renting a mobile home
If you have a licence
Most people who rent a mobile home, such as a static caravan, have a licence to occupy rather than a tenancy.
Your contract should tell you:
how long you can stay
how much notice you'll get
your landlord's responsibilities
You still have some protection against eviction if you do not have a written agreement.
If you have a tenancy
Some people who rent a mobile home are tenants.
You can only have a tenancy if your mobile home is classed as a 'dwelling house'.
This might apply if it is:
your home
static and not able to be moved, even in two parts
connected to mains supplies of electricity and water
If you’re a tenant, your legal rights depend on the type of tenancy you have.
Eviction from a mobile home
You are usually entitled to at least 4 weeks’ notice.
Your landlord must go to court and get a possession order to evict you from your home.
You may be entitled to more notice and have additional protection from eviction if you have a tenancy.
Landlord harassment and illegal eviction
It’s illegal for your landlord to harass you or force you to leave your mobile home.
Harassment can include 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
Licensees
Your landlord is only responsible for repairs in your mobile home that are specified in your contract.
Tenants
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
Report repairs in writing to your landlord as soon as possible.
Claiming benefits for a mobile home
You can claim housing benefit or housing costs under universal credit if you have a low income or receive other benefits. It can be used to pay your rent or site fees.
Last updated: 8 February 2022
