Updating a post MHProNews last covered May 2, 2013, regarding the rent justification bill in the Delaware General Assembly, delaware.newszap reports the measure passed the Senate 17-2, in stark contrast to last year when it squeaked by 11-9 and then failed in the House. The bill requires MHC owners to seek approval from the Delaware Manufactured Home Relocation Authority if they raise site rents beyond the average annual increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The request will be considered only if the community owner can prove the added rent will be used to improve the community. Sponsors, noting the strong support in the Senate, think it will play better than in the past in the House.

(Photo credit: Ron MacArthur/capegazette–Rehoboth Shores near Long Neck, DE)