132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1723 LR 849(01)
An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Manufactured Housing Communities to Prevent Excessive Rent and Fees Increases
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Golek of Harpswell
Committee: Housing and Economic Development
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 Projections  FY 2027-28 Projections  FY 2028-29
Appropriations/Allocations
Other Special Revenue Funds $171,944 $232,877 $245,704 $259,301
Fiscal Detail and Notes
The Department of Professional and Financial Regulation has indicated that it will require ongoing Other Special Revenue Funds allocations of $171,944 in fiscal year 2025-26 and $232,877 in fiscal year 2026-27 for one Secretary Specialist position and one Manufactured Home Inspector position and related costs to track and monitor manufactured housing community lot rent and fees, manage related consumer inquiries and investigate complaints. According to the department, the Manufactured Housing Board does not have sufficient revenue to cover the additional expenses and fees may need to be increased to support the ongoing costs.