Park Home FAQs
Straightforward answers to common questions about buying, selling, owning and advertising residential park homes through 360 Park Homes.
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Whether you’re looking for your next home, preparing to sell, or simply trying to understand how the park home market works, we’ve brought together answers to some of the questions we’re asked most often.
For more detailed guidance, you can also explore our buying, selling and park home guides.
Can I live in a park home all year round?
Yes, provided the home is located on a residential park licensed for permanent occupation. Holiday parks operate differently, so always check the site licence and terms before buying.
Can you get a mortgage on a park home?
Traditional residential mortgages are not normally used to buy park homes. Specialist park home finance may be available instead, depending on the home, lender and your personal circumstances.
Do I own the land underneath my park home?
Usually not. You own the park home itself, while paying a pitch fee for the right to occupy the land it sits on.
Do park homes pay council tax?
Yes. Residential park homes are generally subject to council tax, which is paid to the local authority.
Should I have a park home surveyed before buying?
A survey is not compulsory, but it can be a sensible step, particularly when buying an older home. A specialist park home survey may help identify issues before you complete the purchase.
Buying a Park Home
What is a pitch fee?
A pitch fee is the regular payment made to the park owner for the right to keep your home on its pitch. Pitch fees can generally be reviewed once a year under the applicable rules.
Are utilities included in the pitch fee?
Not necessarily. Water, gas and electricity may be charged separately depending on the park and how services are supplied. Always check the individual park’s charges before buying.
Does the park owner receive commission when I sell?
For qualifying residential park home sales in England, the park owner can currently receive commission of up to 10% of the selling price. The government launched a review of the commission system in March 2026, so sellers should check the latest rules before completing a sale.
Do park homes need an EPC?
Park homes do not currently require an Energy Performance Certificate in the same way as conventional residential property.
COSTS & OWNERSHIP
What is 360 Park Homes?
360 Park Homes is a dedicated marketplace and information platform for residential park homes, helping buyers discover homes while giving sellers and industry businesses a specialist place to advertise.
Does 360 Park Homes own the homes advertised on the website?
No. Properties are advertised by individual sellers, parks, manufacturers, agents and other advertisers. 360 Park Homes provides the platform rather than owning the homes being advertised.
Do buyers contact the seller directly?
Yes. Where contact details are provided, buyers can contact the advertiser directly about the home.
Does 360 Park Homes provide park home valuations?
360 Park Homes provides an online valuation tool that generates an estimated market value using property information and available market data. It should be treated as a guide rather than a formal professional valuation.
Does 360 Park Homes provide finance?
No. Our finance calculator helps users estimate potential finance costs, but 360 Park Homes does not itself provide finance and calculator results do not constitute financial advice or an offer of credit.
Do I need an account to use 360 Park Homes?
You can browse homes and much of the website without an account. An account is required for features such as creating and managing your own listings.
USING 360 PARK HOMES
Can businesses advertise on 360 Park Homes?
Yes. Businesses operating within the park home industry can advertise through the relevant contractor or manufacturer sections of 360 Park Homes.
What is the Contractor Directory?
The Contractor Directory helps homeowners and buyers discover businesses providing services relevant to residential park homes.
Does being listed mean a contractor is endorsed by 360 Park Homes?
No. A directory listing should not be treated as a guarantee or formal endorsement. Customers should still carry out their own checks before appointing any contractor.
Can park home manufacturers have their own profile?
Yes. Manufacturers can have a dedicated profile containing information about their business, homes, contact details and other relevant information.
Can manufacturers also advertise homes for sale?
Yes. Manufacturers can maintain their company presence while also publishing individual park homes for sale through 360 Park Homes.
CONTRACTORS & MANUFACTURERS
Still Need More Information?
Explore our guides and tools for more detailed help with buying, selling, finance and park home values — or contact us if you still can’t find the answer you need.