The Mobile Homes Act 2013

The Mobile Homes Act 2013 introduces changes to the procedures and penalties for the enforcement of site licence conditions on residential parks.

Which sites does this apply to?

The law applies to relevant protected sites. These are residential mobile home sites where people live permanently.

Fees do not apply to:

• holiday-only caravan sites
• sites with restrictions on year-round living
• sites used only by the owner and their family and are not run as a business

A local authority can refuse to:

• grant a licence
• approve a transfer when a residential site changes hands

When deciding, the Council will have reference to matters prescribed in regulations.

• The Council can issue a compliance notice if a site licence condition is breached.
• Failing to comply, or operating without a licence, is a criminal offence.
• Unlimited fines may apply, and company directors can be personally liable.

North Norfolk District Council charges fees for licensing and inspecting certain residential mobile home sites. These fees help cover the cost of carrying out our legal duties and are not charged for profit.

Fees

What fees are charged?

Fees may be charged for:

• new site licence applications
• annual licence fees
• licence transfers or variations
• depositing or replacing site rules
• replacement copies of licences

The fee depends on the number of pitches on the site.

How much are the fees?

• Mobile Homes Act Fees
• Mobile Homes Fees Policy

When do the fees need to be paid?

• Annual fees cover 1 April to 31 March
• Invoices are usually issued in April and payable within 30 days
• New licences issued during the year are pro-rated
• Transfer and variation fees are payable when you apply

How are fees worked out?

Fees are set using a cost-recovering model, based on the time and work involved in:

• processing applications
• carrying out inspections
• administration and record-keeping

Enforcement costs are not included in licence fees and are charged separately where the law allows.

More information

If you are unsure whether your site needs a licence or which fees apply, please contact the Council's Licensing Team for advice.