Background Check Criteria

Minnesota Communities – Residency Requirements

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Minnesota Communities requires a background check prior to approval for residency in any of our communities. The Community Owner will notify you of the decision regarding your application within fourteen (14) days of receiving a completed application, unless a written explanation is provided for any delay.

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For purposes of this policy, “You” refers to all individuals applying for residency in the community.

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Application Requirements

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All adult persons (18 years or older) who will reside in the home must complete and sign a residency application. All individuals who will reside in the home, including children, must be identified on the application.

For the application to be considered complete, you must provide:

• A completed and signed residency application

• A copy of the purchase agreement

• A copy of the safety disclosure form provided by the seller

• Proof of income

Incomplete applications will not be processed.

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Interview Requirement

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As part of the application process, all adult applicants must participate in an orientation meeting with the onsite Community Manager. This meeting may be conducted in person or by phone/video conference, at the Community’s discretion.

The purpose of this meeting is to:

• Review community rules and lease expectations

• Discuss safety procedures and operational policies

• Confirm applicant understanding of residency responsibilities

Failure to participate in the required orientation meeting may result in delay or denial of the application.

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General Approval Criteria

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To qualify for residency, applicants must:

• Be truthful and complete in all application disclosures

• Cooperate with the Community Owner and management during the review process

• Demonstrate satisfactory credit history reflecting prompt payment of obligations

• Agree to abide by the Community Lease and all Community Rules and Regulations

• Pay the required security deposit

• Ensure all lot rent and applicable charges are current prior to final approval

• Demonstrate the ability to live independently

For purposes of eligibility, “ability to live independently” means the ability—either independently or with available outside support services—to maintain oneself and the home in a manner that is not detrimental to the safety, wellbeing, or peaceful enjoyment of other residents.

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Home Standards

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All homes brought into or sold within the community must meet Community standards and be neat and well maintained. This includes, but is not limited to:

• No broken, rotten, or discolored siding

• Matching skirting

• Windows intact, no broken glass, screens in place if applicable

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Grounds for Denial

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The Community Owner may deny an application if any of the following apply:

• Prior unlawful detainer (eviction) judgment

• Conviction of a felony in Minnesota or elsewhere, unless:

  • The conviction was related to substance abuse and the applicant has completed a reputable treatment program

  • The conviction involved property damage without assault

  • The conviction involved unintentional bodily harm while driving impaired and occurred more than 10 years ago

  • The conviction was non-violent and not drug-related

• Conviction as a sex offender

• Conviction for child abuse

• Drug conviction within the past five (5) years

• Credit score below 650

• Negative credit references

• Take-home pay less than $1,500 per month (defined as gross income less federal and state taxes)

• Monthly manufactured home payments exceeding 35% of net monthly take-home pay

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Verification

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The Community Owner may obtain:

• Criminal history reports

• Driving records

• Credit bureau reports

• Rental history

• Any additional information deemed necessary to verify application disclosures