Q: The Company that owns the land my mobile home is on, is trying to evict me accordingly that I am an unapproved tenant
pursuant to Fl. Statute 723.06(1)(e), although I am a model tenant that is never late on my rent and have received Letters from my neighbors stating that I am a model tenant, I have lived here 8 years taking care of my mom, until she passed away, and my sister violated her power of attorney. Now she is trying to steal my home that I paid for and renovated. What can I do?
A:
You have multiple issues going on and you should consult with a landlord/tenant lawyer if you are being sued for eviction or have received a notice to vacate. The statute you are citing actually supports the park evicting you if you failed to obtain approval as a tenant.
The duty to obtain approval likely occurred when your mom passed (I'm sorry for your loss) and your neighbors' opinions will not override the decision of the park owner. You need the lawyer to review the park prospectus, the lease agreement (if you have one), the park restrictions and any rules adopted by the park.
I'm not sure what your sister's power of attorney has to do with the park evicting you. If she is trying to get possession of the home, that is a completely different issue that would require a probate attorney. You might be able to find one that handles both landlord/tenant and probate. One that has experience in mobile home park lot tenancies would be an added bonus.
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