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Park Home Tribunal Applications UK: Forms & Fees

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Written by Brad Askew Solicitor (non-practising)
Brad is on the roll of solicitors of England & Wales but does not hold a practising certificate and does not provide legal advice.
Updated June 2026 · England & Wales
Living in a park home comes with its own legal framework, and when disagreements arise between residents and site owners, the First-Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) is usually where matters get resolved. Whether you are a resident facing a pitch fee dispute, a site owner wanting to enforce site rules, or someone trying to work out how the sale of a park home should proceed, the tribunal route can feel unfamiliar. This page walks through how applications typically work, which forms are involved, what kinds of issues the tribunal can consider, and where to find the official guidance. I have written it for people who want a plain-English starting point before they commit time to filling in paperwork or paying fees. If you want to talk it through with someone who knows this area, there is an option to book a call at the end.

What this document is

A park home, sometimes called a mobile home, is essentially a factory-built dwelling sited on a licensed park that is designed for residential use rather than holiday occupation. The legal starting point is the Mobile Homes Act 1983, which sets out the framework for agreements between residents and site owners, including how pitch fees are reviewed, how agreements can be brought to an end, and how a home can be sold, gifted or assigned.

Sites themselves are licensed by the local authority under the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960, which is why you will sometimes see references to site licences when reading about this area. Amendments brought in from 26 May 2013 changed the process for buying, selling and gifting park homes and reshaped the pitch fee review rules.

Further changes from 1 April 2014 gave local authorities stronger enforcement tools where site owners fail to comply with licence conditions. The First-Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) handles most disputes in this field, offering a more accessible route than the civil courts.

How to use this document

  1. Work out whether the tribunal is the right forum. Not every park home problem belongs at the tribunal. Some issues are for the local authority, some for the county court, and some can be sorted by direct negotiation with the site owner. Identify what the actual dispute is before you pick a route.
  2. Find the correct application form. The Park Homes Advice service run by LEASE publishes the forms used for tribunal applications, covering matters such as pitch fee reviews, site rules, and sale or assignment disputes. Choose the form that matches the specific issue you want the tribunal to decide.
  3. Gather your supporting documents. Put together your written agreement, any correspondence with the site owner, copies of notices received, rent or pitch fee records, and anything else that helps show what has happened. The tribunal will rely heavily on written evidence, so being organised at this stage saves time later.
  4. Complete and submit the application with the correct fee. Fill in the form carefully, state the outcome you want, and send it in with the application fee. Fees are set centrally and may change, so check gov.uk for the current amount. If paying would cause hardship, the tribunal operates a remission scheme that can reduce or waive what you pay.
  5. Prepare for the hearing. Once the tribunal accepts your application, you will receive directions telling you what to send and by when. A further fee is usually payable before the hearing itself. Read the directions carefully, meet the deadlines, and think about how you will explain your case in person or in writing.

Common questions

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Common questions

Q What is the First-Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)?
It is the specialist tribunal that deals with residential property disputes in England, including park home matters, leasehold issues and certain housing cases. It is designed to be more accessible than the civil courts, with simpler procedures and hearings that residents can often attend without a lawyer. For park home cases it can decide on pitch fees, site rules, agreements and a range of other issues.
Q Which Act governs park home agreements?
The main piece of legislation is the Mobile Homes Act 1983, which has been amended over the years. It sets out the rights and obligations between a park home resident and the site owner, including termination, pitch fee reviews and the sale or gifting of a home. The Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960 also applies because it governs site licensing by local authorities.
Q How much does it cost to apply to the tribunal?
There is typically an application fee when you submit the form and a further fee payable before the hearing. The exact amounts are set centrally and can change, so check gov.uk for the current figures. If paying the fees would cause financial hardship, you can apply for a reduction or waiver under the court and tribunal fee remission scheme using the relevant form.
Q Can I get the tribunal fees reduced or waived?
Yes, the remission scheme allows people on certain benefits or with a low income to pay a reduced fee or nothing at all. You apply using Form EX160, which asks about your income, savings and circumstances. Whether you qualify depends on your financial position at the time of the application, so it is worth checking the current thresholds on gov.uk before submitting.
Q Do I need a solicitor to apply to the tribunal?
No, the tribunal is designed so that people can represent themselves without legal training. Many residents do so successfully. That said, park home law has some technical areas, particularly around pitch fee reviews and sale procedures, and some people prefer to get guidance before deciding whether to apply or how to frame their case. You can choose to be represented if you want to.
Q What changed in 2013 and 2014?
From 26 May 2013, reforms changed how park homes can be bought, sold and gifted, and adjusted the pitch fee review process so residents had clearer rights. From 1 April 2014, local authorities gained stronger enforcement powers to act against site owners who breach site licence conditions, including the ability to impose more significant penalties. These changes aimed to improve protection for residents on licensed sites.
Q Where can I find the official park home application forms?
The forms used for First-Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) park home applications are published through the Park Homes Advice service run by LEASE, and they can also be accessed via gov.uk. Make sure you use the form that matches your specific issue, because submitting the wrong form can delay your application or require you to start again.
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Sources

This guide is based on primary UK law and official guidance.

Brad Askew, Solicitor (non-practising)

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