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N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A: § 205-A:13-a

Unfair Trade Practice.

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Verified 10/20/2026 · Next check 10/27/2026
effective 10/20/2026New HampshireFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A: § 205-A:13-a
Any violation of the provisions of RSA 205-A:2 shall also constitute an unfair trade practice within the meaning of RSA 358-A and may be enforced as provided in RSA 358-A.
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Plain English

Under N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:13-a, any breach of the manufactured housing park obligations set out in RSA 205-A:2 is treated not only as a violation of the manufactured housing statute but also as an unfair trade practice under New Hampshire's Consumer Protection Act (RSA 358-A). This dual classification means the conduct can be pursued through the enforcement mechanisms available under that broader consumer-protection law, which may include civil remedies beyond those found in the housing statute alone.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Operators of manufactured housing parks should be aware that § 205-A:13-a extends the consequences of non-compliance with RSA 205-A:2 into consumer-protection territory. A compliant park operator generally ensures that all practices governed by RSA 205-A:2—such as proper notice, lease terms, and park rules—are followed consistently, because a misstep can trigger unfair-trade-practice liability under RSA 358-A in addition to any housing-specific penalties. Operators familiar with both statutes are better positioned to maintain practices that satisfy the requirements of each.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 205-A:13-a gives residents of manufactured housing parks an additional legal avenue when a park owner violates RSA 205-A:2: the same conduct may be pursued as an unfair trade practice under RSA 358-A, New Hampshire's Consumer Protection Act. RSA 358-A provides its own set of remedies, which can include damages and attorney's fees, and complaints may be directed to the New Hampshire Attorney General's Consumer Protection Bureau. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand which enforcement paths are available to them.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

Generated October 20, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.

Effective Timeline

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References Out

Rules and statutes cited by this regulation

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 358-A

References In

Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:23
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:12-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:13-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:17
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:1
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A

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Source Information

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