MA S2828

Restructures the Manufactured Housing Commission to consist of 5 members (3 appointed by the governor, 1 by the attorney general, 1 by the secretary of housing), with 2-year terms and required representation from residents, owners, and attorneys with relevant experience

Authorizes cities and towns to establish local rent control boards for manufactured housing communities, with rent increases capped at the Chained Consumer Price Index unless the board approves higher increases to ensure fair net operating income for owners; violations punishable by fines up to $1,000

Creates the Manufactured Housing Trust Fund, funded by 80% of licensing fees ($20 per lot) and dispute resolution fees ($25 per hearing), to support a new statewide dispute resolution program administered by the attorney general and the commission

Strengthens tenant protections when communities are sold by requiring owners to notify homeowners within 14 days of listing and at least 60 days before sale, and grants homeowners' groups representing a majority of residents a right of first refusal with 60 days to respond and 90 days to secure financing

Requires 2 years' written notice to tenants before any change of use or discontinuance of a community, establishes a special commission to study homeowners insurance availability for manufactured homes, and mandates free training for rent control board members