Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; written rental agreement, lot rent increase prohibition, etc.

This legislation strengthens protections for residents living in manufactured home communities across Arlington and the rest of Virginia. It mandates that all lot rentals be governed by written agreements, ensuring clearer terms for both landlords and tenants. Crucially, the bill introduces a prohibition on arbitrary lot rent increases, providing greater financial stability for families in these communities. By requiring landlords to provide more transparent notice and documentation regarding fee adjustments, the law aims to prevent sudden, unaffordable housing costs for low-to-moderate-income residents. These changes seek to preserve manufactured housing as a viable, secure living option by curbing exploitative rental practices and empowering tenants with stronger legal safeguards against displacement and unexpected economic burdens.