Mobilehome Residency Law Protection Program: Attorney General.

Assembly Member Ahrens, joined by principal coauthors Assembly Member Krell and Senator Umberg, proposes expanding enforcement authority over mobilehome park violations through modifications to California's Mobilehome Residency Law Protection Program. The legislation directs the Department of Housing and Community Development to refer up to 25 of the most severe violations annually to the Attorney General's office for potential arbitration, mediation, or judicial action.

The bill adjusts the program's funding structure by authorizing the Mobilehome Dispute Resolution Fund to support both departmental and Attorney General enforcement activities through legislative appropriation. Park management must continue paying a $10 annual registration fee per permitted lot, which they may pass through to residents as an itemized charge. The department retains authority to aggregate related complaints across multiple parks with common ownership or management for investigation purposes.

By repealing the program's January 1, 2027 sunset date, the legislation would make these provisions permanent. The department maintains its role in handling general complaints while excluding involvement in rent disputes and lease agreements. When adopting implementing regulations, the department must conduct a 30-day public comment period and provide written responses to substantive feedback received.