NEW RESIDENT APPLICATION

NEW RESIDENT APPLICATION CRITERIA

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Minnesota Communities uses the following criteria to evaluate all applicants for residency. These criteria are applied consistently to ensure a safe, stable, and well-maintained community.

All applications are subject to review and approval by management. A decision will be made within fourteen (14) days of receiving a completed application, unless additional time is required, in which case written notice will be provided.

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Application Requirements

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• All adult occupants (18+) must complete a separate application

• All individuals (including children) must be listed on the application

• The following must be submitted for an application to be considered complete:

  • Completed residency application

  • Copy of purchase agreement and safety disclosure (if applicable)

  • Proof of income

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General Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Provide accurate and truthful information

• Cooperate with management during the application process

• Demonstrate the ability to meet financial obligations, including lot rent

• Agree to comply with:

  • Lease agreement

  • Community rules and regulations

• Pay all required deposits and fees prior to final approval

Financial Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Sufficient income to support monthly housing costs

• A general guideline of housing costs not exceeding 35% of net monthly income

• Stable and verifiable income

Credit history will be reviewed and may include:

• Payment history

• Outstanding debt

• Prior rental or housing-related obligations

Occupancy and Independent Living

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to:

• Maintain their home and lot in a safe and sanitary condition

• Live independently, with or without outside support services

• Avoid creating conditions that pose a risk to themselves or others

Home Standards

All homes must:

• Be well-maintained and in good condition

• Meet community standards, including:

  • Intact siding

  • Proper skirting

  • Functional windows (no broken glass)

• Be approved by management prior to move-in or sale

Background Screening

Minnesota Communities conducts background screening, which may include:

• Criminal history

• Rental/eviction history

• Credit report

• Driving record (if applicable)

Denial Criteria

An application may be denied based on the following:

• Prior eviction history or lease violations

• History of non-payment or financial instability

• Falsification or omission of application information

• Criminal history that may pose a risk to the safety, property, or wellbeing of the community, including but not limited to:

  • Violent offenses

  • Recent drug-related offenses

  • Crimes involving harm to others or property

• Registered sex offender status

• History of behavior that may disrupt the community

Each application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration the nature, severity, and timing of any past issues.

Final Approval

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• Final approval is contingent upon:

  • Completed application review

  • Payment of all required deposits and fees

  • Completion of any required interviews

• Management reserves the right to approve or deny any application in accordance with applicable laws