Fairhaven, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 190 § 190-14
Registration suspension, modification and revocation (Fairhaven Short-Term Rentals)
Operative Text
In addition to, and not in lieu of, the penalties that may be assessed pursuant to this chapter, the Fairhaven Building Commissioner, after notice and public hearing, may suspend, revoke or modify any or all registration approvals issued hereunder to an owner for violation of these regulations or of any conditions imposed by the Fairhaven Building Commissioner, notwithstanding that a violation may have been found with respect to one or more, but not all, of the registered properties held by an owner. These remedies shall be nonexclusive.
Fairhaven, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 190 § 190-14 establishes that the Fairhaven Building Commissioner holds authority to suspend, revoke, or modify rental registration approvals when an owner has violated the applicable regulations or any conditions attached to a registration. This action can be taken even if only some—but not all—of an owner's registered properties are implicated in a violation. The process requires advance notice and a public hearing before any such action is taken, and these remedies exist alongside, not instead of, any other penalties available under the chapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 190 § 190-14, compliant operators in Fairhaven generally maintain all registration conditions in good standing across every property they own, since a violation on even one property can trigger suspension, revocation, or modification of registrations on all of their holdings. Operators typically respond promptly to any notices from the Fairhaven Building Commissioner and participate in any scheduled public hearings to address alleged violations. Keeping thorough records of compliance efforts for each registered property is a practice commonly associated with operators who successfully navigate regulatory review.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 190 § 190-14 gives tenants context for understanding that a landlord's registration status in Fairhaven can be affected by violations found at any of the landlord's properties, not just the one where a tenant resides. If a tenant believes their landlord is operating in violation of registration conditions, they may consider contacting the Fairhaven Building Commissioner's office to inquire about the complaint or hearing process. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Fairhaven's local bylaws can help residents understand how registration suspension or revocation might affect their housing situation.
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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