Fairhaven, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 190 § 190-12
Inspections (Fairhaven Short-Term Rentals)
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Short-term rentals shall be subject to a mandatory initial inspection and thereafter inspections every two years by the Fairhaven Building Commissioner, Fire Department, Health Department or other duly authorized authority from the Town.
Under Fairhaven, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 190 § 190-12, short-term rental properties are required to undergo a mandatory inspection before they begin operating, and then again on a recurring two-year cycle. These inspections may be conducted by the Building Commissioner, Fire Department, Health Department, or another authorized Town authority. The rule is designed to ensure that short-term rental units meet applicable safety and habitability standards on an ongoing basis.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of short-term rentals in Fairhaven must comply with the mandatory inspection schedule established under CH. 190 § 190-12, which includes an initial inspection before the rental is offered and follow-up inspections every two years. Compliant operators typically coordinate with the Building Commissioner, Fire Department, or Health Department to schedule these inspections in a timely manner. Keeping records of completed inspections and any corrective actions taken is a common practice among operators who maintain continuous compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under CH. 190 § 190-12, short-term rental units in Fairhaven are subject to mandatory inspections by Town authorities, which means guests and tenants in these rentals have a baseline assurance that the property has been reviewed for safety and habitability. If a unit appears to have never been inspected or has gone beyond the two-year inspection window, that information can be raised with the relevant Town department, such as the Building Commissioner or Health Department. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Fairhaven's bylaws can help individuals understand what options may be available when a rental appears out of compliance with § 190-12.
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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