Belchertown, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 235 § 235-8
Petitions for review; enforcement (Belchertown Mobile Home Park Rents and Evictions)
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A. The District Court of Hampshire County shall have original jurisdiction, concurrent with the Superior Court, Department of the Trial Court, Hampshire Division, of all petitions for review brought pursuant to MGL c. 30A, § 14 . B. The Superior Court shall have jurisdiction to enforce the provisions of Chapter 238 of the Acts of 1983 and Chapter 78 , Mobile Home Parks, Article I , Rent Control, of the Code of the Town of Belchertown and may restrain by injunction violations thereof.
Belchertown Code of Bylaws CH. 235 § 235-8 establishes which courts have authority over disputes and enforcement actions arising from the town's mobile home park rent control rules. The District Court of Hampshire County shares original jurisdiction with the Superior Court for petitions seeking judicial review under Massachusetts General Laws. The Superior Court holds additional authority to enforce the rent control provisions and can issue injunctions to stop violations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 235 § 235-8, operators of mobile home parks subject to Belchertown's rent control ordinance should be aware that the Superior Court can issue injunctions against conduct that violates Chapter 78 of the Town Code or Chapter 238 of the Acts of 1983. Compliant operators generally maintain practices that align with the rent control requirements to avoid court-ordered remedies. Understanding which courts have jurisdiction helps operators anticipate where enforcement proceedings may be initiated.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 235 § 235-8 establishes that tenants seeking judicial review of rent control decisions may bring petitions in either the District Court of Hampshire County or the Superior Court, Hampshire Division. The Superior Court's injunctive authority means that violations of the mobile home park rent control rules can be addressed through court-ordered relief. Tenants who believe their rights under Chapter 78 of the Belchertown Code have been violated may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand the petition and enforcement processes available to them.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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