N.D.C.C. §§ 23-10-01 through 23-10-14 § 23-10-12
Revocation or suspension of license - Penalty for operating without license.
Operative Text
23-10-12. Revocation or suspension of license - Penalty for operating without license.
1. The department may deny an application or take disciplinary action, up to and
including suspension or revocation of a license for a mobile home park, recreational
vehicle park, or campground, against any applicant or licensee upon the failure of the
applicant or licensee to comply with this chapter or with any of the rules and
regulations promulgated by the department.
2. Before the department takes disciplinary action against a license, the department shall
notify the licensee in writing of the reason disciplinary action is being considered and
shall provide thirty days for correction to be made. If the licensee demonstrates a
good-faith effort to comply, the department may grant additional time before further
enforcement action is taken. Action taken under the authority granted in this section
must comply with chapter 28-32. Any person who maintains or operates a mobile
home park, recreational vehicle park, or campground without first obtaining a license,
or who operates the same during suspension of the license, is guilty of an infraction.
3. The department may assess a civil penalty of one hundred dollars per day against a
person who maintains or operates a mobile home park, recreational vehicle park, or
campground without first obtaining a license. The civil penalty may not exceed
ten thousand dollars. The proceeds of the civil penalty must be transferred to the
department's general operating fund.Under N.D.C.C. § 23-10-12, the state department responsible for licensing mobile home parks, recreational vehicle parks, and campgrounds has authority to deny, suspend, or revoke a license when an operator fails to comply with applicable rules. Before taking disciplinary action, the department must give written notice and a 30-day window to correct violations, with possible extensions for good-faith efforts. Operating one of these facilities without a valid license—or while a license is suspended—is classified as an infraction and can trigger civil penalties of $100 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of mobile home parks, recreational vehicle parks, or campgrounds in North Dakota should ensure their license is obtained before opening and kept current throughout operation, as § 23-10-12 authorizes the department to deny, suspend, or revoke licenses for noncompliance. When a notice of potential disciplinary action arrives, compliant operators typically respond promptly in writing and document all corrective steps taken within the 30-day cure period, since demonstrating a good-faith effort can lead to additional time before further enforcement. Operating without a license or during a suspension exposes an operator to both an infraction charge and civil penalties of $100 per day, capped at $10,000.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home parks or recreational vehicle parks in North Dakota may find § 23-10-12 relevant if they have reason to believe their park is operating without a valid license or in violation of state rules. The department has authority to investigate, issue notices, and pursue suspension or revocation of a park's license, which can be a meaningful avenue for addressing systemic noncompliance. Tenants who believe their park may be unlicensed or out of compliance can contact the North Dakota Department of Health (or the relevant licensing department) to inquire about a facility's license status or file a complaint, and may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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