Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the park rules should be studied before purchase. The park rules ensure that all residents enjoy a quiet life, and that the high standards of the park environment are maintained.

Agreements are required by the Mobile Homes Act 1983. The agreement lists the resident’s rights and provides for their protection. Terms outlined in the agreement include security of tenure and the resident’s right to sell ‘on site’ to a third party. The agreement is necessary whether you are purchasing a new or previously occupied home. 

See the Purchasing Homes page for links to the manufacturers approved by Heathlands Park.

All our homes have generous and easily maintainable gardens. There are also several communal garden areas.

The majority of homes have parking close at hand. There are garages available and a visitors’ car park.

The size of the home depends on the size of the available plot. We can accommodate most park homes, from small single units to large twin units. Contact us for more information.

Pitch Fees are reviewed every first of May. Current rates are available from our sales office.

Council tax is payable directly to Suffolk Coastal District Council. Park homes fall in Band A. All homes are mains gas connected and each home is billed directly by your choice of supplier. All homes must be insured. Most homes already have a landline telephone connection. Electricity is supplied to the site as a whole and recharged to residents based on monthly metered usage. Water rates are also paid via the office.

No, your solicitor only needs to deal with the exchange of contracts on your current property. Your solicitor would be able to arrange for transfer of funds directly to us.

No, searches only need to be done on your current property.

No, you are not required to pay stamp duty when you purchase a park home. 

Upon receiving your holding deposit, your plot reservation is held for three months to give you time to sell your current property. If your current home has not been sold within that time, the reservation will be reviewed by both parties and, if applicable, an extended period will be agreed free of charge as long as we feel the reservation is heading in the right direction.

Caravans and commercial vehicles are not permitted to be kept overnight at the park.

In some instances, we can offer a part-exchange option, which can simplify the transaction with no stamp duty or agent fees.

Yes, you can sell your park home, either through ourselves or an independent estate agent. Under the terms of the 1983 Mobile Homes Act, commission will be due to us on the sale.

To live on our park, you have to be 65 or above and physically retired from work.

Grandchildren are welcome to come and visit, and to stay for short periods of time, provided that they do not disturb your neighbours. However, we ask that you notify the park office if they are intending to stay for a long period.

Unfortunately, due to the open-plan nature of the park, and our desire to protect residents with allergies, we cannot accommodate pets.