Living on a Park Home Estate brings community spirit and a relaxed, secure environment to retirement. To ensure that parks retain this standard of living, there are professional bodies and government regulations in place that act to protect and bring benefits to both the residents and the park home estate owner.   British Holiday and Homes Parks Association www.bhhpa.org.uk This is the representative association for the park home and holiday caravan industry. Residential parks who belong to this association, recognise and conform to the Park Home Owners Charter and also promote best practice for operation of residential parks.   Park Homes Charter www.bhhpa.org.uk The Park Homes Charter was drawn up to help the home owner and the park owner to understand and implement the laws which are part of owning and living in a residential park home.   National Park Homes Quality Award www.theparkhome.net Residential parks are only awarded this quality grading if they reach the required standards of park maintenance and management practice. As well as compliance with the bodies shown on this page, compliance with the following is also mandatory; • Site Licence Conditions • Mobile Home Act • Planning Permission • All homes must comply to BS3632 The park management also must agree to unannounced inspections which are carried out by an independent group.   Gold Shield Warranty www.theparkhome.net This scheme provides the purchasers of park homes with peace of mind by a free ten year warranty covering the structure of new park homes. The benefits derived are in addition to a purchasers rights under the law.   Park Rules and Regulations Park Rules Park rules are incorporated within the written statement under the 1983 Mobile Home Act. They are intended for the quiet enjoyment of the park for all residents and to ensure that the highest standards of care and maintenance are kept. The issues in the park rules are therefore in the best interest of all residents in maintaining their chosen environment. Mobile Home Act Park homes are sold outright to residents and the land that they occupy is leased under the terms of the Mobile Home Act. The homes may be sold on the park, upon which sale the park will charge 10% commission. Before signing a contract to order a new home, prospective purchasers must be given a copy of this agreement and talked through it, as well as a copy of the Park Homes Owners Charter. To discuss park home living further and how Firs Estates can provide you with the ideal setting for your retirement, please contact us.