Residential Park Living:  Get the Best Information.

Park homes are becoming an increasingly popular choice of property, especially among people who are retiring or looking to downsize, (over 50's lifestyle).
Living on a residential park does differ from living on a traditional estate in a number of ways, and it's important that you consider this before deciding to move.

Here, we'll explain what it's actually like to live on a residential site, so you can make an informed decision about whether the lifestyle is right for you.
These key points will help your thinking as you investigate residential parks.

Check, Speak and Do items come from experienced folk already living in residential parks.

CHECK:
  • Will the size of any home and garden you are looking at suit your financial and physical needs?
  • Is there available transport off and on site?
  • Where are medical facilities that can be reached easily and quickly?
  • Where are the available shopping centres (with chemists, food etc) in relation to the Residential Park?

SPEAK:
  • To residents already living on site about their experience so far.
  • To the Manager, re the Lease Agreement and all the rules and regulations of the whole site.  
  • Find out your eligibility for Centrelink assistance.
  • Ask if there is an elected Residents' Committee working on site.  Talk with this group.
  • Ask about recreation and social activities on site.  Is there an elected Social Club? for example.
  • Consult with a property lawyer for accurate advice regarding the impacts of the Residential Parks Act on Park house owners.  
  • Gather much information before you sign anything.

DO:
  • Before you meet the Park Manager, make a list of questions to ask her/him.
  • Talk with established residents: what might they tell you?
  • Compare Residential Parks
  • Generally, keep a notebook with your questions and the answers you have.​​