South Dakota Mobile Home Park Operator Resources
Quick-reference guides for operating a mobile home park in South Dakota — covering rent control, eviction process, lease law, and market data. Governed by SDCL Chapter 43-32 (Mobile Home Park Tenancies).
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Rent Control in South Dakota
South Dakota does not currently impose rent control on mobile home park lot rents. Operators must still follow SDCL Chapter 43-32 (Mobile Home Park Tenancies) notice requirements and lease provisions on every increase.
Eviction ProcessEviction Process in South Dakota
Mobile home park evictions in South Dakota typically take longer than apartment evictions because the resident often owns the home. This is the step-by-step process under SDCL Chapter 43-32 (Mobile Home Park Tenancies), with notice periods, court timelines, and operator best practices.
Lease LawLease Law in South Dakota
Lease requirements for mobile home parks in South Dakota go beyond standard residential lease language. SDCL Chapter 43-32 (Mobile Home Park Tenancies) imposes MHP-specific provisions that don't apply to apartments. This guide covers the disclosures, notice formats, and clauses operators in South Dakota should include.
Market DataMarket Data in South Dakota
The Census counts about 30,425 mobile homes in South Dakota, 7.6% of the state's housing and 42nd among the 50 states. About 18,866 are owner-occupied and 5,305 are rented.
Park ValuationPark Valuation in South Dakota
Parks in South Dakota are valued like parks everywhere: net operating income divided by a cap rate. What changes by state is the rent rule. South Dakota sets no statewide cap on lot rent.