Fairhaven, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 190 § 190-4
Publication of registration number (Fairhaven Short-Term Rentals)
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The Town-issued registration number shall be included on any listing offering the short-term rental for rent.
Under Fairhaven, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 190 § 190-4, any listing that advertises a short-term rental for rent must display the registration number issued by the Town of Fairhaven. This requirement applies regardless of the platform or medium used to publish the listing. The rule is designed to ensure that short-term rentals operating in Fairhaven can be identified as properly registered.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of short-term rentals in Fairhaven should ensure that the Town-issued registration number is visible on every listing where the property is advertised for rent, as required by CH. 190 § 190-4. This applies across all platforms — whether online booking sites, print advertisements, or other media. Compliant operators typically obtain their registration number before publishing any listing and update existing listings promptly to include it.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under CH. 190 § 190-4, tenants and prospective renters can look for the Town-issued registration number on any short-term rental listing in Fairhaven as a signal that the unit is properly registered. If a listing does not display a registration number, that may indicate a compliance issue worth noting. Those with concerns about a listing's compliance can contact the Town of Fairhaven directly or consult a tenant-rights organization for guidance on 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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