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Memberships and Donations We can't do this without YOU ! Your donations, regardless of the amount, will help our organization operate in various roles as we assist the people residing in manufactured home communities on leased land in Delaware. Some of these duties are as follows: Counseling those facing eviction or other actions by the landowners. Informing people of their rights under the law. Filing complaints with the Attorney General's Office. Following up on these complaints. Informing people of the procedures for arbitration under the new rent justification law. Working with legislators to level the playing field when passing laws that could possibly affect those living in land-leased communities. Updating those living in land-leased communities of new updates and proposed law changes via this website, social media, and monthly meetings open to the public. DONATE Membership Fees Membership payments can be submitted by mailing a check or paying online with a credit card. Online payments include a small convenience fee to cover processing costs and third-party fees. Payments made by check are not subject to this fee. Mail your form with your check to the address provided. The fees are as follows: Payment Term 1 Year Member at Large 2 Years Member at Large 3 Years Member at Large Community Memberships (HOA pays for each member for 1 year) Online Payment (with Convenience Fee) $21 $30 $37 $4.15 per member Check Payment (No Convenience Fee) $20 $28 $35 $4.00 per member (Annual community fees are due March 1st and October 1st of each year to allow for changes or additions) Community memberships Community Memberships PAY ONLINE PAY VIA MAIL COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIPS: Fill out our online Community Membership form , submit and pay securely with credit or debit card. You will receive an email receipt for your payment. COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIPS: Download, fill out and sign our PDF and mail with your check to : Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association PMB 5, 24832 John J. Williams Hwy., Unit 1 Millsboro, DE 19966 Need to update DMHOA on officers? Click here to use our online form . If you prefer to email or mail your form, click here to download the PDF form . Fill in all information and submit it to DMHOA, either by emailing the PDF form to joyce.oneal@dmhoa.org or mailing it to our office at this address: Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association PMB 5, 24832 John J. Williams Hwy., Unit 1 Millsboro, DE 19966. Individual membership at large Individual Memberships If you belong to a community Home Owners Association (HOA) that is a member of DMHOA, then your individual membership is covered by your HOA. This individual membership application is for home owners who are not HOA members, or their community does not have an HOA. INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPS: Membership payments can be submitted by mailing a check or paying online with a credit card. Online payments include a small convenience fee to cover processing costs and third-party fees. Payments made by check are not subject to this fee. Mail your form with your check to the address provided. Fill out our online General Membership form to join DMHOA and securely pay online with credit or debit card - OR - download our fillable PDF and mail with your check to : Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association PMB 5, 24832 John J. Williams Hwy., Unit 1 Millsboro, DE 19966

Use this form to submit changes to HOA officers. Officer Information Please use this document to provide your contact information so we can confirm our records and fill in any missing information. *Indicates required question. Community Name* President's Name* President's Email* President's Phone Number* Vice President's Name* Vice President's Email* Vice President's Phone Number* Secretary's Name* Secretary's Email* Secretary's Phone Number* Treasurer's Name* Treasurer's Email* Treasurer's Phone Number* Submit

How our HOAs are different A Homeowners Association (HOA) for manufactured home owners on leased land in Delaware is different from a traditional HOA for stick-built home communities in some key ways, mainly because of the ownership structure and the laws that apply. Here’s a breakdown: Manufactured Home Communities Homeowners own the house itself but lease the land from a community owner or park owner. This means residents pay rent (called “lot rent” or “ground rent”) to the landowner. The HOA functions more like a homeowners association combined with a tenant association—advocating for fair lot rent, maintenance of common areas by the park owner, and legal compliance. Land Ownership Legal Framework Governed by the Delaware Manufactured Home Owners and Community Owners Act (Title 25, Chapter 70). This law provides protections for homeowners on leased land, such as limits on rent increases, rules for community owners, and procedures for dispute resolution. Primary Expenses Residents pay lot rent to the landowner, which typically covers land use, infrastructure (roads, utilities, trash pickup, etc.), and sometimes amenities. HOA dues may be minimal or voluntary if the HOA is more advocacy-oriented. Dues are MUCH lower than traditional HOAs! Traditional HOAs Homeowners own both the house and the land underneath it. The HOA owns or controls common areas and enforces community rules (architecture, landscaping, amenities). Members pay HOA dues that are used to maintain shared property. Land Ownership Legal Framework Governed by the Delaware Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act (DUCIOA, Title 25, Chapter 81) or other state HOA laws. Rules are centered around managing common interest communities and protecting property values. Primary Expenses Homeowners pay HOA dues/assessments to fund maintenance of common property, amenities, and community services. There is no separate land rent. HOA dues can cost thousands of dollars a year! Protect your most valuable investment - your home! If your community does not have an HOA, learn how to start one now . We can help!

Useful Links Government Attorney-General Advocate: File a Consumer Complaint Manufactured Housing Ombudsperson - Brian S. Eng, Deputy Attorney General Phone: (302) 683-8830 Email: Brian.Eng@Delaware.gov Website: https://attorneygeneral.delaware.gov/fraud/cpu/manuhousing/ DEMHRA DEMHRA, or the Delaware Manufactured Home Relocation Authority, is a state authority, whose purpose is directed by Delaware Title 25 Chapter 70. They meet with Board members appointed by the various leaders of the State. Meetings are open to the public. See the DEMHRA website for meeting dates which are held at 1979 S. State Street, Dover, DE. 19901. For additional information contact DEMHRA at 302-674-7768 . Past meeting minutes can be viewed from this page. To see the CPI-U, click here . Email : Contact DMHOA POC Richard Hrycyshyn at rhrycyshyn@dmhoa.org .

Habitat for Humanity Tornadoes, Flooding, Hurricanes and Nor'easters are just a few of the challenges we face living near the coast. Get trained & become part of a CERT team. To contact the state representative, email Marny McLee or call 302-659-2243. Below is information for each of our counties. Programs by County Sussex County (302) 855-1153 info@centraldelawarehabitat.org or visit their website Kent County (302) 526-2366 info@centraldelawarehabitat.org or visit their website New Castle County ( 302) 652-0365 info@habitatncc.org or visit their website

House Housing Committee 153rd General Assembly Members (8) Chair : Kendra Johnson Vice-Chair : Larry Lambert Members : Stephanie T. Bolden William J. Carson Mara Gorman Sherae'a Moore Josue O Ortega Madinah Wilson-Anton Valerie Jones Giltner Ronald E. Gray Kevin S Hensley Shannon Morris Jeffrey N. Spiegelman The below links will bring you to Delaware General Assembly pages HOUSE HOUSING PAGE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

How to start an HOA Use this handy checklist to ensure that your new HOA in Delaware conforms to all the laws Once your community has made the decision to establish an HOA, the following steps will need to be taken: 1. There will have to be a minimum of five (5) acting officers appointed. These acting officers will include the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and one (1) Board of Directors. The individuals appointed to these positions will be in an interim capacity until your HOA is established and the community can schedule and hold a regular election meeting. 2. Create a set of community by-laws to govern the operation of your HOA. A good example of a by-law template that conforms to state requirements can be provided by the Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association (DMHOA). This template can be modified to suit any nuances of your community. 3. A Certificate of Incorporation/Non-Stock Corporation must be completed. This form can be obtained at https://corp.delaware.gov/corpformscorp09/ under the Non-Stock Corporation -Incorporation Forms. Print the form, complete it, and mail it to the following: DE Division of Corporations 401 Federal Street, Suite 4 Dover, DE 19901 There is a one-time charge of $139.00 ($89.00 filing fee and $50.00 Certified Copy Fee) that must be included with the completed form. 4. Upon completion of your by-laws, they must be faxed, emailed or mailed to the Delaware Relocation Trust Authority (RTA). This is required for the proper registration of your HOA. There is no fee required for this action. Fax # 302-674-7768 Attn: Executive Director 5. To apply for your non-profit HOA Employee Identification Number (EIN), go to www.irs.gov . There is no fee for this action. 6. You will receive, via the email address you provided to the State, a State of Delaware Annual Franchise Tax Report. This is a report that your HOA responds to annually. There is a $25.00 fee for exempt domestic corporations. 7. Your HOA is required to file an annual US Income Tax Return for Homeowners Associations with the IRS for your non-profit HOA. You can get Form 1120 H or 990 tax forms by going to https://www.irs.gov/forms-instructions . 8. Your HOA will have twenty-seven (27) months from the date of the filing of the Certificate of Incorporation (See #3) with the State of Delaware to file Form your non-profit 501(c)(4) classification. You only need to complete Parts I through III and Section B (See Part IV of the 1024 instructions for an explanation of the filing deadline requirements). This classification is specifically for HOAs. It can be completed on-line at: www.irs.gov ., but it must be signed and mailed back. There is a one-time $400.00 fee that must be attached to a short Form 8718. Explanation of 501(c)(3) vs 501(c)(4) is provided below for your information. Overall, a 501(c)(4) is generally cheaper to establish than a 501(c)(3) because its application process is simpler and carries a much lower IRS filing fee. However, a 501(c)(3) can provide long-term financial advantages through its ability to accept tax-deductible donations, which is a major benefit for fundraising. 9. With the completion of the above steps, you will be properly incorporated, registered, and certified as the official HOA representing your community. 10. Your next actions are to schedule meetings, build your membership, determine your annual membership dues, hold general elections for officers, set up a committee of volunteer members to make any revisions needed to your by-laws, plan activities, address problems, and most importantly enjoy and support your HOA. 11. Important: Remember that if your HOA has an election and officers or board members change, or if your HOA makes any revisions to its by-laws, you must provide the updated information to RTA (See #4). 12. Important: Build on the strength of your HOA by joining the Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association (DMHOA) . DMHOA is a state-wide organization that advocates for all manufactured home owners on leased land. DMHOA’s ability to affect positive change for your community depends on the support of your community. The cost is minimal, and the benefits are priceless! Your HOA can join DMHOA for a one-time $25.00 membership fee plus your HOA’s annual DMHOA dues of $4.00 per HOA member household. FOR EXAMPLE: if you have 50 homes in your community and 30 are dues-paying members of your HOA; your annual DMHOA dues would be $120.00. When an HOA is a DMHOA member and pays its annual dues, then each member-household is automatically a DMHOA member. DMHOA holds regular monthly General Membership meetings, and members are encouraged to attend. The meetings cover many critical issues, invite open discussion, and allow any member who wishes to speak an opportunity to be heard. There are often guest speakers who discuss a variety of topics. The Delaware DOJ's Consumer Fraud Division has more information and access to a number of useful pamphlets about HOAs at this address: https://attorneygeneral.delaware.gov/fraud/cpu/ombudsperson/hoa/ . Comparison: 501(c)(3) vs. 501(c)(4) 501(c)(3) organizations (Charities) 501(c)(4) organizations (Social Welfare Organizations) PURPOSE Must operate "exclusively" for charitable, religious, educational, or scientific purposes. Must operate "primarily" for the promotion of social welfare and the common good. TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS Contributions are tax-deductible for the donor. Contributions are generally not tax-deductible for the donor. POLITICAL AND LOBBYING ACTIVITY Political campaigns: • Are strictly prohibited from participating or intervening in any political campaign for or against a candidate. Lobbying: Can engage in limited lobbying activities, but it cannot be a "substantial part" of their overall activities. Political campaigns: • Can engage in some political campaign activities, including endorsing candidates, as long as it does not become their primary purpose. Lobbying: Can engage in unlimited lobbying as long as it is related to their mission. DONOR DISCLOSURE Public charities must disclose donors who meet certain thresholds on Schedule B of their annual Form 990, though donor information is typically redacted for public inspection. Do not need to publicly disclose donor information to the IRS. This has led to the rise of so-called "dark money" in U.S. politics. IRS RECOGNITION Must file an application (Form 1023 or 1023-EZ) and receive recognition from the IRS to be considered tax-exempt. Can "self-declare" their tax-exempt status by simply operating as a 501(c)(4) and filing Form 8976 with the IRS. Many still opt to seek formal IRS recognition. RELATED ORGANIZATIONS Public charities must disclose donors who meet certainMany organizations maintain both a 501(c)(3) arm for charitable work and a 501(c)(4) arm for more extensive lobbying. The two must operate as separate legal entities with strict separation of assets and funding. thresholds on Schedule B of their annual Form 990, though donor information is typically redacted for public inspection. Many organizations maintain both a 501(c)(3) arm for charitable work and a 501(c)(4) arm for more extensive lobbying. The two must operate as separate legal entities with strict separation of assets and funding. DOWNLOAD CHECKLIST (PDF)

Past Meeting Minutes DMHOA General Meetings April 27, 2026 March 23, 2026 November 17, 2025 October 27, 2025 September 22, 2025

Legislative bills which are sponsored by the Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association. DMHOA-Sponsored Bills House Bill 193 was signed into law on Sept. 3, 2025. To see the entire Bill go to: https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142410 Key parts of House Bill 193 we want you to know: This bill changes the distribution of the $1.50 fee that homeowners were paying with their monthly lot rents. Previous Distribution: $1.00 allocated for the Relocation Trust Fund and $.50 allocated for an attorney fund to support manufactured homeowners. Community landowners matched each $1.00 for the relocation fund. New Distribution: The entire $1.50 fee will be directed to the Delaware Manufactured Home Owner Attorney fund effective January 1, 2026. The Community Legal Aid Society, Inc. (CLASI) currently holds the contract in Delaware to provide legal assistance to manufactured homeowners on leased land. This will provide more money for CLASI so they can better support our homeowners when they need help. Senate Bill 56 with Senate Substitute #2: This is an edited version of the adopted Bill from the 153rd General Assembly in late 2025. https://legis.delaware.gov/SessionLaws/Chapter?id=42368 Our Editing : we have removed strikethroughs and insertions as noted in Section 1 below and added appropriate paragraph indentations. We have also applied yellow highlights to specific text about buying or selling a manufactured home on leased land, or the death of a homeowner. Please remember that this document shows only the changes made by this Bill. We highly recommend that you read the entire Chapter 70 of Title 25 which is found online at: https://delcode.delaware.gov/title25/c070/index.html At the end of this document, DMHOA provides a recap of “Important Issues to Consider When Selling Your Home” for your convenience. DOWNLOAD SB56 PDF

Why Your Donation Matters Your tax-deductible donation helps DMHOA: Expand educational and legal information for homeowners and HOAs Provide guidance and emergency support to vulnerable residents Strengthen advocacy for fair and affordable housing Join us Your support—at any level—makes a real difference . Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to DMHOA today and help protect Delaware’s manufactured homeowners. Together, we can build stronger, more secure communities. Your donation empowers DMHOA to stand behind approx. 40,000 residents who rely on us to protect their homes, their stability, and their future Imagine owning the roof over your head but not the ground beneath it—living with constant uncertainty, rising costs, and challenges you cannot solve alone. For manufactured housing homeowners living on leased land within the 170 communities throughout the state, this is not hypothetical. It is daily life. DMHOA is the only statewide organization in Delaware dedicated to defending these homeowners. We fight for fair treatment, stronger protections, and thriving communities. Your support strengthens their voice, safeguards their rights, and helps ensure that every Delaware family living in a manufactured home can feel secure, respected, and heard. What DMHOA does We work directly with homeowners and homeowners’ associations in leased land communities across Delaware by: Educating residents about their rights Providing guidance in landlord-related issues Strengthening and supporting local communities But our support goes further. Through partnerships with Habitat for Humanity and the HELP Initiative, we also assist seniors, people with disabilities, and families facing financial hardship by connecting them to emergency repairs, advocacy, and critical resources. Advocacy that works DMHOA also advocates at the state level to protect and strengthen laws impacting manufactured homeowners on leased land. Our advocacy has led to meaningful changes, giving residents a stronger voice and greater security. DONATE TO HELP DMHOA All major credit cards accepted. Donate using our new secure online platform. DONATE DMHOA is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible. A receipt will be emailed to you. If you do not receive a receipt, please e-mail us .

Issue/Concern in a Manufactured Home Community INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form with details about your question, concern or issue in your community. Providing this information helps us track data more effectively and respond more quickly. A DMHOA representative will contact you within 24-48 hours after we receive your submission. If you have photographs which support your claim, you may email those to joyce.oneal@dmhoa.org . In the body of your email, please describe what the photos are showing. Please note : This form does not apply to individuals who both rent the home and the lot where it is located. * - Indicates required question Mark which best describes your concern or question. Check all that apply.* Banning of friend or family member Eviction HOA Lot rent Request HELP Initiative Retaliation by management Trees Water/sewer lines Other Full name* Phone* Email* Community where you live* Do you have an HOA?* Are you a member of your HOA?* Describe the concern or issue:* Date concern started:* Month Day Year How many people are impacted by the concern or issue?* Submit

DMHOA is an all-volunteer association made up of homeowners who understand the challenges of living on leased land. The organization works tirelessly to represent homeowners’ interests before state legislators, regulatory agencies, and community owners. Its mission is simple but vital: to preserve and enhance the quality of life and provide help for manufactured home owners throughout Delaware. Educating and advocating for home owners living in manufactured housing on leased land for over 20 years DONATE MEETING INFO Our next General Meeting is: July 27th NEW LOCATION! Sussex County Assoc. of Realtors Bldg. 23407 Park Ave. Georgetown, DE 19947 Note : Zoom WILL be available! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO Become a Member Subscribe to our Emails Contact DMHOA for Help How DMHOA has made a difference Here are testimonials from just some of the home owners that DMHOA has helped: My landlord wasn't aware of rental assistance and how it worked. I reached out to DMHOA and they acted as my liaison with the managers so I could get the assistance that I needed. I'm so grateful for their help! I’m proud to volunteer now to help others the way DMHOA helped me. Karen O'Keefe My husband and I moved here from New York in 2011. At that time there was no rent stabilization legislation, no Chapter 70 and no efforts to protect manufactured housing homeowners. Because of the hard work and efforts by DMHOA, this is no longer the case. The legislators know and respect DMHOA and its membership and are paying attention Neil Northway I want to thank all those who participated in the DMHOA door hanging promotion here in High Point Park. I am confident that your efforts will help our HOA grow. More importantly, however, is we've armed our residents with the information and tools necessary to protect their rights as manufactured homeowners on leased land. Fredy Mujica Compared to our previous local landowner our current out of state landowner has increased our lot rents 4-5 times higher every year. DMHOA helped us form an HOA, which has been instrumental in helping us fight the rent increases and get action for our failing septic systems. Robert Ray

Events calendar General Membership Meetings are typically held on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. NEW LOCATION ! Held at: Sussex County Assoc. of Realtors Bldg., 23407 Park Ave., Georgetown, DE 19947. Zoom IS available - check back for the new link. Please check the calendar before a meeting as we sometimes change locations. Board of Directors Meetings are typically held the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Held at: Mariner's Cove Clubhouse, 35356 Sussex Ln # 1, Millsboro, DE 19966. REMINDER : All members of an HOA that belong to DMHOA or anyone who lives on leased land are welcome to attend DMHOA general meetings. Any member of an HOA requesting to speak at a scheduled BOD meeting should contact Joyce O'Neal to schedule. Check our Facebook page for any possible meeting changes. Questions? Call us at ( 302) 945-2122 And find us on Facebook: Click here Event dates are in yellow. Click on the event to see details of each event.

What an HOA membership does for you Works with the DE Legislature to pass laws to protect you and your home. We have direct communication with state homeowner advocacy groups. We serve as your voice at the state level, with the help of several powerful partner organizations who support our mission. We have been effective at passing laws that make a difference. See our “Sponsored Legislation” page. We worked with the DE Governor, Attorney General’s Office and Legislators to create an OMBUDSPERSON position to help protect you and your home. Helps homeowners form an HOA that represents the interests of those living in the community. Counsels homeowners facing eviction or other actions by the landowners. Files complaints with the Ombudsman’s Office and Attorney General’s Office on behalf of homeowners and follows up on these complaints. DMHOA helps to overcome challenges faced by manufactured home owners living on leased land Stories from Delaware manufactured homeowners on leased land often feature the struggle with escalating lot rents, vulnerability to their landlords' decisions, and the difficulty of selling their homes, but recent legislation, like Senate Bill 56, aims to provide stronger legal protections and more clarity for residents in land-lease communities. This new law provides stronger protections for residents, aiming to protect heirs, simplify home sales, and clarify outdated land-lease laws. Today's manufactured homeowners share experiences of feeling "held hostage" by rising rents, the potential for property owners to reject new buyers, and disputes over rent increases, while also enjoying amenities that would be more costly in traditional homes. Common Problems Faced by Homeowners on Leased Land Rising Lot Rents Many homeowners have seen their lot rents more than triple over the years, forcing them to prioritize rent over other expenses. Vulnerability to Landowners Homeowners on leased land are at the "whims of absentee or abusive landlords," with situations such as landowners failing to pay bills or causing damage to homes. Difficulty Selling Landlords have the right to reject potential buyers, which can make it hard for homeowners to sell their homes when they want to move. Lack of Financial Security Homeowners can feel "held hostage" because moving their manufactured home is often not a viable option due to the cost and the specific nature of the homes, limiting their ability to escape rising costs. Benefits and Community Aspects Shared Amenities Many land-lease communities offer shared amenities like pools, clubhouses, gyms, and trash collection, services that can make the land rent comparable to the annual expenses of owning a traditional home. Affordable Housing Manufactured homes provide a more affordable housing option than traditional single-family homes, though the "affordable" aspect of manufactured housing is a subject of differing interpretations by homeowners and landowners. Advocacy and Legal Protections Senate Bill 56 This new law provides stronger protections for residents, aiming to protect heirs, simplify home sales, and clarify outdated land-lease laws. Delaware Manufactured Home Owners' Association (DMHOA) Homeowners can find support and resources from DMHOA to understand the law and advocate for their rights. Resident-Run HOA Joining or forming a resident-run homeowners association is encouraged as a way to address concerns and support other tenants. Don't wait until it's too late - learn how to form an HOA in your community today!

Help Initiative of Delaware Helping people to help themselves In these very difficult times, our neighbors are facing daunting obstacles: the pandemic, unemployment, income instability, food scarcity, high healthcare and insurance costs, substandard housing and high energy costs. See what programs they offer for people who may be struggling. Download the above brochure (PDF) Contact Joyce O'Neal if you want them to come to your HOA! Home Energy Checkups & Counseling Referral List View or download this PDF for an extensive list of helpful resources for financial assistance, home repairs, utility resources and more