Commonwealth Real Estate Services
7007 SW Cardinal Lane, Suite 185
Portland, OR 97224
(503) 244-2300
(503) 768-4660 Fax

Dear Prospective Resident:
 
Thank you for your interest in becoming a resident in our Community. This sample packet of information contains copies of our Straight Talk About Manufactured Home Community Living, Statement of Policy, Rental Agreement, Rules and Regulations, RV Storage Agreement (if applicable) and Pet Agreement (if applicable). As the landlord of this Community, we strive to enforce strict resident acceptance policies. Please note we provide equal housing opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, handicap, familial status, national origin or source of income. In order for you to become a resident of this Community, you must meet certain criteria and provide certain information:
 
REQUIRED INFORMATION:
1.     Prospective occupants who are 18 years of age or older, emancipated adults and legally married individuals under age 18 must completely fill out and sign a rental application/authorization for a consumer report. All information on the application must be correct and legible. All applicants must qualify individually for residency. If one co-applicant does not qualify and the other does, we will have to deny approval for residency. If you refuse to fill out any part of the application or authorize us to run the necessary reports or provide any incomplete, inaccurate, or fraudulent information, we will deny your application for residency.
2.     Provide two (2) pieces of identification, one with each applicant's photo from a government office (i.e., Driver's License, State ID Card, Passport) and Social Security Card.
3.     Have a history of acceptable credit, rental history and debt to income ratio.
4.     Have no criminal history. Note: Applicants will be required to authorize an out-of-state criminal check if they have lived outside Oregon in the last five years. There is an additional non-refundable charge of $15.00 per person, for this additional screening.
5.     Be gainfully employed for (twelve) 12 months or longer with current employer or have verifiable retirement, social security or periodic income. If the Community is either an “age 55 or older” or an “age 62 or older” Community, you must provide proof that you meet the age requirements.
 
QUALIFYING CRITERIA:
1.     Any individual who is a current illegal substance abuser, or has been convicted of the illegal manufacture or distribution of a controlled substance will be denied residency.
2.     Any individual or pet/animal whose residency would constitute a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals or whose residency would result in substantial physical damage to the property will be denied residency.
3.     If pets are permitted, they must meet the requirements of state and local laws, ordinances, and the Community in regards to number, size, and breed (see Community rules and regulations). The definition of pets is domestic dogs and/or cats. The Community does not allow full or mixed breeds of exotic and/or wild animals, livestock, farm animals and certain breeds of dogs including, but not limited to: Chow, Rottweiler, Doberman, Pitbull, Blue Heeler, German Shepherd, Akita and Wolf-hybrid, etc.
4.     Vehicles must meet community requirements regarding number, size, and type.
5.     Occupancy may not exceed two (2) persons per bedroom.
6.     Homes must be owner-occupied - no sub-leasing (this includes renting bedrooms in home) or rentals.
7.     Oregon and federal law permit the landlord to deny residency on the basis of, but not limited to: pets; vehicles; number of occupants; credit references; character references; criminal records; tenant history of eviction or property damage; rental history; unverifiable or insufficient income (excessive debt); or incorrect, incomplete, or unverifiable application information. Our policy complies with these laws.
8.     All unpaid monies due for the home applicant desires to purchase must be paid in full before any application may be approved. (whether by seller, buyer or other).
 
A minimum non-refundable fee of $35.00 must be paid to begin processing application(s). You will be notified as soon as possible regarding your application approval or denial. If you have any questions on policies regarding qualifying as a resident in our Community, please address them with the resident manager.

Thank you - Community Management