MN HF1976

Reduces the frequency of allowable rent increases from twice per year to once per year for manufactured home park residents.

Establishes that rent increases greater than the average annual Consumer Price Index increase for the preceding 36-month period are only reasonable if directly related to park operating costs, maintenance, improvements, property/other taxes, utility charges, insurance, financing, or comparable market rent.

Prohibits rent increases greater than the Consumer Price Index if the park owner violated health or safety provisions during the preceding 12 months and did not correct the violation within 15 days of notice.

Prohibits park owners from passing civil penalties, criminal fines, or litigation costs related to rent proceedings to residents through rent charges.

Requires prospective residents to receive a written statement containing the last five years of rent history before signing a rental agreement.