Fairhaven, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 190 § 190-9
Keeping of register (Fairhaven Short-Term Rentals)
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The operator or operator's agent shall be responsible for keeping a register containing the name of the occupant who is the leaseholder, total number of occupants, and dates of occupancy. The register shall be retained for a period of two years.
Fairhaven, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 190 § 190-9 establishes a recordkeeping requirement for rental operators: a register must be maintained that captures the name of the leaseholder, the total number of occupants, and the dates of occupancy for each unit. This register is not a one-time document — it must be kept on file for at least two years. The rule applies to the operator directly or to any agent acting on the operator's behalf.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 190 § 190-9, compliant operators or their agents maintain an up-to-date register that includes each leaseholder's name, the total occupant count, and the relevant occupancy dates. Retaining that register for a minimum of two years is part of standard recordkeeping practice under this provision. Operators who delegate property management to an agent should confirm that the agent is fulfilling this obligation, since responsibility remains with the operator.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 190 § 190-9 requires that your landlord or their agent keep a register documenting leaseholder names, occupant counts, and occupancy dates — and hold those records for two years. If you believe this recordkeeping requirement is not being followed, you may raise the issue with the appropriate local authority in Fairhaven or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Massachusetts housing law. Understanding what records an operator is required to keep can be relevant if occupancy or tenancy disputes arise.
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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