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West Virginia Mobile Home Park Operator Resources

Quick-reference guides for operating a mobile home park in West Virginia — covering rent control, eviction process, lease law, and market data. Governed by WV Code Chapter 37, Article 15A.

Rent Control

Rent Control in West Virginia

West Virginia does not currently impose rent control on mobile home park lot rents. Operators must still follow WV Code Chapter 37, Article 15A notice requirements and lease provisions on every increase.

Eviction Process

Eviction Process in West Virginia

Mobile home park evictions in West Virginia typically take longer than apartment evictions because the resident often owns the home. This is the step-by-step process under WV Code Chapter 37, Article 15A, with notice periods, court timelines, and operator best practices.

Lease Law

Lease Law in West Virginia

Lease requirements for mobile home parks in West Virginia go beyond standard residential lease language. WV Code Chapter 37, Article 15A imposes MHP-specific provisions that don't apply to apartments. This guide covers the disclosures, notice formats, and clauses operators in West Virginia should include.

Market Data

Market Data in West Virginia

The Census counts about 118,691 mobile homes in West Virginia, 13.8% of the state's housing and 26th among the 50 states. About 70,668 are owner-occupied and 23,215 are rented.

Park Valuation

Park Valuation in West Virginia

Parks in West Virginia are valued like parks everywhere: net operating income divided by a cap rate. What changes by state is the rent rule. West Virginia sets no statewide cap on lot rent.

Informational only — not legal advice. The content on these pages is compiled from public sources: state statutes and the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey. Laws change; specific situations vary. Always confirm current statute language and your specific facts with an attorney licensed in West Virginia.