Heath, Mass., Bd. of Health, Temporary Occupancy Reg. (2021) § II
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The purpose of this regulation is to promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the residents of the Town of Heath. It also allows the Board of Health to enforce 105 CMR 410.430; which states “No temporary housing may be used, except with the written permission of the board of health.”
Section II of Heath's Temporary Occupancy Regulations establishes that the rules exist to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of Heath residents. The provision also anchors the local regulation to the Massachusetts state standard at 105 CMR 410.430, which prohibits the use of temporary housing without written permission from the board of health. Together, these two purposes give the Heath Board of Health a clear mandate to oversee and regulate temporary housing arrangements within the town.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section II of Heath's Temporary Occupancy Regulations, property operators who offer or maintain any form of temporary housing must secure written permission from the Heath Board of Health before that housing is occupied, as required by 105 CMR 410.430. Compliant operators generally document this authorization and keep it accessible, since the regulation's stated purpose is to protect resident health, safety, and welfare. Operators who allow temporary housing without that written permission may be subject to enforcement action by the Board of Health.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section II of Heath's Temporary Occupancy Regulations makes clear that any temporary housing arrangement in Heath is subject to oversight by the Board of Health, which must grant written permission under 105 CMR 410.430 before such housing is lawfully used. Tenants living in temporary housing situations may want to confirm that the required written permission exists, as its absence could affect the legality of the arrangement. Those with concerns about whether their temporary housing meets these requirements can contact the Heath Board of Health directly or reach out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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