Heath, Mass., Bd. of Health, Temporary Occupancy Reg. (2021) § IV
Definitions
Operative Text
District A: Agricultural and Residential District
District B: Mohawk Estates
District C: Heath Town Center (refer to zoning bylaws---no camper/trailers allowed)
District D: Agricultural and Forestry District
• Property Owner: The owner(s) of record with the Registry of Deeds of any lot or parcel of land.
For the purposes of this bylaw, multiple owners are considered one property owner.
• Temporary Dwellings: A temporary dwelling is any structure (camper/trailers (park models, tow
behind, fifth-wheel, or motor), cabins, A-frames, platform tents, or any other dwelling that is
used for temporary housing.
• Temporary Occupancy Permit: Permit issued by the Town of Heath through the Board of
Health pursuant to the Heath Board of Health Regulations. Permits are in effect from May 1
through the last day of April for a two year period (24 months) .
• Visiting Camper/Trailer: A state-registered camper/trailer not owned by the property owner, but
which is located on the lot or parcel of a Heath property owner.Section IV of Heath, Mass., Bd. of Health, Temporary Occupancy Regulations establishes the foundational definitions that govern how temporary housing rules apply across the town. It identifies four zoning districts—Agricultural and Residential, Mohawk Estates, Heath Town Center, and Agricultural and Forestry—each with distinct rules, including a prohibition on campers and trailers in District C. Key terms such as 'Property Owner,' 'Temporary Dwellings,' 'Temporary Occupancy Permit,' and 'Visiting Camper/Trailer' are given specific meanings that shape how all other provisions in the regulations are interpreted and applied. Temporary Occupancy Permits run on a two-year cycle from May 1 through the last day of April.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners operating under Heath, Mass., Bd. of Health, Temporary Occupancy Regulations § IV should be aware that the definitions in this section determine how their obligations are classified throughout the regulations. Operators with multiple co-owners on a deed are treated as a single 'Property Owner' for regulatory purposes, which affects how permit responsibilities are assigned. Compliant operators generally ensure that any structure used for temporary housing—whether a camper, trailer, cabin, A-frame, or platform tent—is accounted for under the correct district classification, and that Temporary Occupancy Permits are renewed on the prescribed two-year cycle running from May 1 through the last day of April.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Individuals staying in temporary dwellings in Heath should understand that § IV of the Heath Board of Health Temporary Occupancy Regulations defines the types of structures and districts that fall under these rules, which in turn affects the rights and protections available to occupants. The definition of 'Temporary Dwellings' is broad, covering campers, trailers, cabins, A-frames, platform tents, and similar structures, so occupants of any of these may be subject to—or protected by—the full set of regulations. Those with questions about whether a specific structure or location is properly permitted may consult the Heath Board of Health directly or reach out to a tenant-rights organization familiar with Massachusetts housing regulations.
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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