Everett, Mass., Code of Bylaws art iii habitation § 10-33
Violation - Penalty (Everett Art. III Certificate of Habitability)
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(a) Any owner of property used for dwelling purposes failing to comply with this chapter shall pay a fine not to exceed twenty-five ($25.00) dollars for each violation. (1) Each day that the owner or allows any person to live, occupy or inhabit such premises without having received a certificate of fitness from the Health Department of the City of Everett for a particular unit shall be a separate offense. (b) Such failure shall be a matter of public record.
Everett, Mass., Code of Bylaws Art. III § 10-33 establishes that property owners who fail to comply with the city's habitation chapter are subject to a fine of up to $25 for each violation. Crucially, every single day that a dwelling unit is occupied without a valid certificate of fitness from the Everett Health Department counts as its own separate offense, meaning fines can accumulate daily. Any such failure to comply also becomes part of the public record.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Art. III § 10-33, compliant operators in Everett generally ensure that each dwelling unit holds a current certificate of fitness issued by the City of Everett Health Department before allowing any occupant to move in or remain. Because each day of non-compliance constitutes a separate offense carrying a fine of up to $25, operators typically treat certificate renewals and inspections as time-sensitive administrative priorities. Violations are also recorded publicly, which can affect a property's standing and reputation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Art. III § 10-33 gives tenants a basis to check whether their unit holds a valid certificate of fitness from the Everett Health Department, since occupying a unit without one puts the owner in daily violation of the city's habitation chapter. Because violations are a matter of public record, tenants can research a property's compliance history through public channels. Tenants who believe their unit may lack a required certificate may consider contacting the Everett Health Department or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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