Boston Municipal Code ch. 10-9 § 10-9.5
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Operative Text
The provisions of this Section shall be effective immediately upon passage.
Boston Municipal Code ch. 10-9 § 10-9.5 establishes that the rules contained within Section 10-9 took legal effect at the moment the ordinance was passed, with no delayed implementation period. There was no phase-in window or grace period built into the law. The provisions applied from the date of enactment forward.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Boston Municipal Code ch. 10-9 § 10-9.5, compliant operators recognize that the obligations set out in Section 10-9 became enforceable immediately upon the ordinance's passage, meaning there was no transitional period during which the requirements could be treated as pending. Property owners and managers generally ensure their practices aligned with Section 10-9 from the date of enactment. Reviewing the full ordinance alongside its passage date helps clarify the timeline of applicable obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Boston Municipal Code ch. 10-9 § 10-9.5 confirms that the protections and requirements established in Section 10-9 were available to tenants from the moment the ordinance passed, without any waiting period. This means tenants may be able to reference the full effective date when evaluating whether a landlord's conduct fell within the ordinance's scope. Tenants seeking to understand how this timeline applies to their situation can consult a tenant-rights organization or reach out to the relevant Boston municipal office for guidance.
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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