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. More Meeting Info and Zoom Link Get Directions via Google Maps Educating and advocating for home owners living in manufactured housing on leased land for over 20 years DONATE 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

DMHOA General Meeting Info with Zoom Link Meeting Info and Zoom Link The General Meetings are open to anyone living in manufactured housing on leased land in Delaware. Get Directions via Google Maps Zoom Meeting Instructions To join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86397138351?pwd=AHNh2dR80DnOQ543BrTUBWKtNCGkLZ.1 Meeting ID: 863 9713 8351 Passcode: 480531 Join instructions: https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/86397138351/invitations?signature=OBaKIyEnKyr8DtFwgFiggksSw_puLSdcN5n7tRg2WDs REMINDER : Anyone living in a manufactured home on leased land is welcome at the DMHOA general meeting. Should a member of an HOA that belongs to DMHOA wish to speak at a scheduled Board of Directors meeting, they need to email joyce.oneal@dmhoa.org to schedule. Minutes from Our Previous Meetings Click here to view minutes from previous meetings.

HOA Dues 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 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 HOA Dues HOA dues 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 HOA Dues (HOA pays for each member household for 1 year) Online Payment (with Convenience Fee) $21 $30 $37 $4.15 per HOA household Check Payment (No Convenience Fee) $20 $28 $35 $4.00 per HOA household (Annual HOA dues are due March 1st and October 1st of each year to allow for changes or additions) HOA Dues Community Memberships PAY ONLINE PAY VIA MAIL HOA DUES FORM: Fill out our online HOA Dues form , submit and pay securely with credit or debit card. You will receive an email receipt for your payment. HOA DUES FORM: 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 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

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.

Online membership form for DMHOA COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Yearly fee per household in community: $4.15 per HOA member (Annual community fees are due March 1st and October 1st of each year to allow for changes or additions) Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association PMB 5, 24832 John J. Williams Highway, Unit 1 Millsboro, DE 19966 (302) 945-2122 www.dmhoa.org The only statewide organization for owners of manufactured homes on leased land in Delaware. Also, a member of Manufactured Home Owners Association of. America. NOTE THAT DMHOA DOES NOT SHARE OR SELL YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION Date* New or Existing Application* New Application Renewal Number of Members in HOA* Number of Homes in Community* Name of HOA* Address of HOA* City, State, Zip* Frequency of HOA Meetings* Monthly Quarterly Annually Contact Person: First name* Last name* Address* City, State, Zip* Phone* Email* Incorporated:* Yes No HOA Officers Please indicate who is the alternative representative for the President’s Meetings. PRESIDENT'S Name and Mailing Address* Phone* Email Address* VICE PRESIDENT'S Name and Mailing Address* Phone* Email Address* SECRETARY'S Name and Mailing Address* Phone* Email Address* TREASURER'S Name and Mailing Address* Phone* Email Address* ALTERNATE #1* ALTERNATE #2* Length of terms (for example: 1 yr., 2 yrs., 3 yrs., etc.)* Please Print, Sign and Date Below: PRESIDENT - Print Name* PRESIDENT - Signature* Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. TREASURER - Print Name* TREASURER - Signature* Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. One Year Membership* Enter Number of Households in Community $4.15 Date * Submit

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. Call us Toll Free at 833-224-9220 for more information about these programs. Contact Joyce O'Neal if you want them to come to your HOA!

Volunteer to Serve Positions currently available Secretary Grant Writer Legislation Director Fundraising For more information or to arrange an interview email joyce.oneal@dmhoa.org .

Senate Housing & Land Use Committee 153rd General Assembly Members (8) Chair : S. Elizabeth Lockman Vice-Chair : Russell Huxtable Members : Daniel Cruce Kyra L. Hoffner Bryan Townsend John "Jack" Walsh Eric Buckson Gerald W. Hocker Committee Staff Melissa Van Gorkom - Staff Coordinator 412 John A. Cherberg Building, (360) 786-7491 Riley Benge - Counsel 424 John A. Cherberg Building, (360) 786-7316 Sierra Daley - Committee Assistant 435A John A. Cherberg Building, (360) 786-7463 Andrew Parks - Clerk 311 John A. Cherberg Building, (360) 786-7420 SENATE HOUSING & LAND USE SITE ALL SENATORS The below links will bring you to Delaware General Assembly pages

Mental Health Resources Below are valuable mental health resources that you can reach out to for assistance: Delaware Hope Line: 1-833-946-7333 Delaware Crisis Text Line: Text DE to 741741 National Mental Health Crisis Hotline: Call or text 9-8-8 SAMHSA's National Hotline: 1-800-622-4357 The Trevor Project's Trevorlifeline: 1-866-488-7386 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 Disaster Distress Hotline: 1-800-985-5990 Delaware Dept. of Health & Social Services: New Castle County: 1-800-652-2929 Kent County & Sussex County: 1-800-345-6785 Delaware 211: Dial 2-1-1

Frequently asked questions by manufactured home owners living on leased land. Frequently Asked Questions BuyingSelling Emergencies Home Titles Insurance Leases Lot Rent Trees What procedures do I follow when buying or selling my home? What do I need to know about transferring my lot rental agreement when I sell my home? Title 25, Chapter 70 Manufactured Home Communities Delaware Code Online

Community Emergency Response Team 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. CERT Training Programs by County Sussex County Carl Davis 302-858-5302 citizencorps@sussexcountyde.gov or visit their website Kent County Click to visit their website or their Facebook page New Castle County Dave Carpenter 302-395-2700 DCarpenter@nccde.org or visit their website

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

About the Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association (DMHOA) For more than two decades, the Delaware Manufactured Home Owners Association (DMHOA) has been the only statewide nonprofit organization solely dedicated to protecting and improving the rights of people who own their homes but live on leased land in manufactured home communities. Today, DMHOA represents more than 20,000 homeowners living in manufactured housing communities on leased land in Sussex, Kent, and New Castle counties. Sussex County currently has the majority of these manufactured home communities. DMHOA is an all‑volunteer association made up of homeowners who understand the challenges of living on leased land—because they live it themselves. This firsthand experience fuels the organization’s commitment to preserving and enhancing the quality of life and affordability for manufactured homeowners throughout Delaware. A core part of DMHOA’s mission is educating homeowners and HOAs about their rights so they can protect themselves, make informed decisions, and confidently navigate issues that affect their homes and communities. This involves answering questions, offering guidance, and helping residents and HOA’s understand the laws designed to safeguard them. Why DMHOA exists Manufactured home owners occupy a unique—and often vulnerable—position. Unlike traditional homeowners, they own their houses but must lease the ground beneath them. This arrangement can make residents subject to rent increases, unclear community rules, and limited control over the land they call home. Without a unified voice, it can be difficult for individual residents to protect their rights or push for fair treatment. That’s where DMHOA comes in. By organizing homeowners and creating a strong collective voice, DMHOA has become a respected advocate for manufactured home owners at every level of government. What DMHOA does Advocates for Fair Legislation : DMHOA works closely with state legislators to craft and support laws that protect homeowners’ rights. Many of Delaware’s landmark manufactured housing laws—covering rent justification, lease terms, and dispute resolution—exist thanks to DMHOA’s persistent advocacy. Educates and Empowers Residents : Through meetings, newsletters, and community outreach, DMHOA keeps homeowners informed about their legal rights, pending legislation, and best practices for community living. Knowledge is power, and DMHOA ensures residents are never left in the dark. Supports Local Communities : DMHOA helps residents form and strengthen their own homeowners associations within their communities. Local HOAs, backed by the statewide organization, can more effectively communicate with community owners and stand up for fair treatment. Connects and Represents Homeowners : Whether it’s testifying in public hearings, negotiating with lawmakers, or guiding new HOAs through start-up steps, DMHOA is there to ensure the voices of manufactured home owners are heard and respected. Why DMHOA Matters Living on leased land can feel uncertain—but DMHOA provides stability, guidance, and hope. Every accomplishment is driven by volunteers: people just like you, working together to make sure homeowners are treated with fairness and dignity. When homeowners join DMHOA or donate their time, they’re not just helping themselves—they’re helping protect thousands of Delaware families who deserve safe, affordable, and secure housing.

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. NEW! Announcing our New Homeowner Resources Hub CLICK HERE TO EXPLORE OUR HOMEOWNERS' SERVICES 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: June 22nd Angola Beach & Estates Clubhouse 22971 Suburban Blvd. Lewes, DE 19958 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

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)