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)

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 .

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Useful Links To see the CPI-U CLICK HERE Click here to learn what a CPI-U is and how it affects you. 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. Email : Contact DMHOA POC Richard Hrycyshyn at rhrycyshyn@dmhoa.org .

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