CONSTITUTION OF THE FLORIDA MOBILE HOME RESIDENTS’ RIGHTS MOVEMENT
Inspired by the Principles of Liberty, Equality, and Accountability
PREAMBLE
We the Residents of Florida’s Mobile Home Communities, in order to establish fairness, ensure equal treatment, promote domestic tranquility within our communities, protect the dignity and security of senior citizens and homeowners, provide meaningful enforcement of rights guaranteed under Chapter 723, preserve access to community amenities funded through lot rent, and secure the blessings of liberty, safety, and peaceful enjoyment for ourselves and future residents, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the protection of Mobile Home Residents.
ARTICLE I
RIGHTS OF THE RESIDENTS
Section 1 — Equal Treatment
All residents shall be entitled to equal enforcement of rules, regulations, policies, inspections, and disciplinary actions without favoritism, retaliation, intimidation, or selective application.
Section 2 — Freedom from Retaliation
No resident shall suffer retaliation, harassment, threats, loss of privileges, public humiliation, or intimidation for:
organizing residents,
attending meetings,
filing complaints,
speaking publicly,
assisting fellow residents,
participating in homeowners associations,
communicating with government officials,
or exercising rights protected under Chapter 723.
Section 3 — Peaceful Enjoyment
Every resident shall retain the right to peaceful enjoyment of their home, lot, community facilities, and common areas without unreasonable interference.
Section 4 — Access to Amenities
Amenities, recreational facilities, and community spaces funded through lot rent or required by prospectus shall remain accessible to residents without unnecessary restrictions, excessive fees, or discriminatory barriers.
Section 5 — Transparency
Residents shall have the right to:
clear written rules,
written notice of violations,
transparent policies,
proper communication of rule changes,
and equal access to information affecting the community.
Section 6 — Due Process
No resident shall be subjected to illegal penalties, suspensions, bans, fines, or enforcement actions without:
written notice,
explanation of alleged violations,
opportunity to respond,
and consistent application of community rules.
ARTICLE II
DUTIES OF COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT
Section 1 — Responsibility of Management
Community owners and management shall maintain communities in good faith and in accordance with:
Florida Statute Chapter 723,
the community prospectus,
applicable health and safety standards,
and principles of fairness and dignity.
Section 2 — Recreation and Community Life
Management shall support recreational and community activities intended to foster participation, unity, wellness, and social interaction among residents.
Section 3 — Accountability
Management shall not enforce or attempt to enforce unwritten rules, arbitrary standards, selective restrictions, or policies inconsistent with published rules, historical practices, or applicable law.
Section 4 — Respect for Seniors
Residents, particularly elderly and disabled residents, shall be treated with dignity, patience, fairness, and respect.
ARTICLE III
GOVERNMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY
Section 1 — Enforcement
The State of Florida shall provide meaningful oversight and enforcement of protections guaranteed under Chapter 723.
Section 2 — Protection of Vulnerable Residents
No resident shall be left without reasonable remedy when alleging retaliation, intimidation, unequal treatment, or abuse of authority.
Section 3 — Accessibility of Justice
Residents shall have clearly defined and reasonable access to:
complaint procedures,
investigations,
mediation,
and the courts without fear of retaliation or financial destruction.
ARTICLE IV
COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
Section 1 — Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Communities shall encourage volunteerism, compassion, cooperation, and mutual support among residents.
Section 2 — Civic Participation
Residents shall retain the right to organize peacefully for the betterment of their communities.
Section 3 — Preservation of Community Spirit
No policy or enforcement practice shall unnecessarily diminish or destroy the social, recreational, or communal character of a neighborhood.
ARTICLE V
DECLARATION OF ACCOUNTABILITY
We declare:
That rights without enforcement are protections in name only.
That senior citizens shall not be silenced through fear.
That community living must balance order with humanity.
That homeowners deserve fairness equal to the obligations imposed upon them.
And that dignity, transparency, and equal treatment are not privileges, but fundamental rights and expectations of civilized community living.
ARTICLE VI
CALL TO ACTION
Therefore, we call upon:
the Florida Legislature,
the Florida Attorney General,
the Department of Business and Professional Regulation,
community owners,
public officials,
advocacy organizations,
and residents throughout the State of Florida,
to uphold these principles and ensure that the protections promised under Chapter 723 become meaningful realities for all residents.
AUTHORED BY:
J. Ciarla
May 26, 2026