know your rights under iowa law!
Park owners MUST follow the legal process before trying to evict you
If you receive a notice that says “3-Day Notice to Cure” that threatens eviction, this is NOT an eviction action notice. The language of the notice is confusing, but basically, it means you have 3 days to pay your rent. You do not need to leave your home if you receive this notice, even if you cannot pay within three days. If park management files for eviction, you will receive official notification with a court date. If you get this notice, it means park management has filed to evict you. However, you cannot be evicted until after a court hearing where you have a chance to tell your side of the story.
If you receive a 3-day notice or an eviction court date, you can seek free legal assistance. Iowa Legal Aid provides free legal representation to eligible low-income households. Their number is: 1-800-532-1275.
If you are unable to pay rent, some agencies may have rental assistance available. Do NOT wait. It is important to seek help as soon as possible.
• To learn about rent assistance programs in your area, call 211 or visit Houseiowa.org
• Low-income residents may be eligible for assistance with heating costs and protection from disconnection of utilities during winter months: Get more information or apply online at www.hacap.org/energy
You have a right to speak up and organize with your neighbors
Park management cannot retaliate (raise rents, decrease services, threaten or bring an eviction action, or fail to renew a lease) because in the previous twelve months you have 1) organized or become a member of a tenant organization, 2) complained to an agency about building or housing code violations, 3) complained to the landlord about not maintaining fit premises, or 4) exercised any right or remedy under Iowa’s mobile home law.
Park owners must give advance notice if trying to end your lease, increase rent, or change park rul
If the park owner is trying to end your lease, they must give at least 90 days written notice. Park owners must notify you in writing of a rent increase 90 days in advance. Park owners must notify you in writing of changes to park rules and regulations 30 days in advance.
For more information:
- Visit Iowa Legal Aid's Mobile Homes in Iowa page for more information
- Legal rights listed on this page are covered under Iowa Code Chapter 562B