Brimfield, Mass., Gen. Bylaws § 1.7 (2020) § § 1.7
Short-Term Rental Licensing Requirements
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1.7 Applications for local short term rental licenses, including without limitation,
AirB&B, VRBO, Bed & Breakfast establishments,* and all other short term rental
platforms as defined by Chapter 337 of the Act of 2018, will be required to show that
they are registered, carry pertinent insurance, and have inspection certificates ensuring
compliance with local Town By-Laws. Definitions of short-term rental provisions will
follow those outlined in Section 6 of Chapter 337 of the Acts of 2018, as it amends
M.G.L. Chapter 64G.
*(B&B home is 3 rooms and B&B establishment is 4 rooms) [adopted June 2020]Brimfield, Mass., Gen. Bylaws § 1.7 establishes that anyone seeking a local license to operate a short-term rental — whether through platforms like Airbnb or VRBO, or as a bed-and-breakfast — must demonstrate state registration, appropriate insurance coverage, and a valid inspection certificate confirming compliance with local bylaws. The provision ties its definitions of 'short-term rental' to those set out in Section 6 of Chapter 337 of the Acts of 2018, which amended Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 64G. A small definitional note distinguishes a B&B home (up to 3 rooms) from a B&B establishment (4 or more rooms).
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to Brimfield, Mass., Gen. Bylaws § 1.7 generally maintain an active state registration under Chapter 337 of the Acts of 2018, secure insurance coverage appropriate to short-term rental activity, and obtain a current inspection certificate demonstrating that the property meets local bylaw requirements before accepting guests. Compliant operators keep these documents current and available, since the licensing process requires showing all three. Those running bed-and-breakfast operations should also note the bylaw's distinction between a B&B home (3 rooms) and a B&B establishment (4 rooms), as classification may affect applicable requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Guests and neighbors should be aware that under Brimfield, Mass., Gen. Bylaws § 1.7, any short-term rental operating in town is expected to hold a local license backed by state registration, insurance, and a passing inspection. If a rental appears to be operating without meeting these requirements, concerns can generally be raised with Brimfield's local licensing or building authority, or with the relevant state agency overseeing Chapter 337 of the Acts of 2018 compliance. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Massachusetts short-term rental law can help explain what these protections mean in practice.
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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