Resident Judy Estrada criticizes IPG for rent hikes at Lamplighter Mobile Home Estates

The Camarillo City Council and Camarillo Sanitary District held a regular meeting on May 14, 2025, where public concerns regarding rising rent in mobile home parks were prominently discussed.

During the public comment segment, Judy Estrada, a resident of Lamplighter Mobile Home Estates, voiced her distress over continuous rent increases imposed by the management company, IPG. Estrada highlighted that her rent has risen by over $100 each year, significantly impacting her ability to maintain her home, which is over 70 years old. She expressed her frustration about the lack of improvements made to the property despite the steep rent hikes, stating that the situation has forced her son to move back in with her to help cover costs.

Estrada urged the city council to investigate the practices of IPG, noting that previous management had only raised rents by a few dollars annually. She emphasized the emotional toll of potentially having to leave her home, which she has worked hard to pay off, and the implications for her family, including her children and grandchildren.

The council members acknowledged her comments, with Vice Mayor Tennyson indicating a desire to address the issue. The discussion reflects ongoing concerns about housing affordability and the pressures faced by residents in mobile home communities in Camarillo. The council's response to these issues will be crucial in determining the future of housing stability for residents like Estrada.