Holyoke, Mass., Code of Ordinances §§ 22-1–22-2 (2026) § 22-1
Miscellaneous license fees
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The following licenses shall be granted by the license board. Applications for the following licenses shall be accompanied by the below listed license fee: (1) Automatic amusement device, the fee shall be $50.00. (2) Common victualler, the fee shall be $25.00. (3) Entertainment, the fee shall be $100.00. (4) Innholder, the fee shall be $25.00. (5) Lodginghouse, the fee shall be $100.00. (6) Sale of secondhand motor vehicles (class 1 and 2), the fee shall be $100.00.
Holyoke Code of Ordinances ch. 22, §§ 22-1–22-2 establishes a schedule of fees that must accompany applications for certain licenses issued by the city's license board. The fees range from $25 to $100 depending on the type of license sought, covering categories such as lodginghouses, entertainment venues, innholders, and others. The rule sets fixed, non-negotiable amounts that applicants must submit alongside their license applications.
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Operators of lodginghouses or innholder establishments in Holyoke should be aware that under ch. 22, §§ 22-1–22-2, a license application submitted to the license board must include the applicable fee — $100 for a lodginghouse license and $25 for an innholder license. Compliant operators typically ensure the correct fee is included with the application at the time of submission to avoid processing delays. Keeping records of fee payments and license approvals is a common practice for demonstrating ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants residing in lodginghouses or similar accommodations in Holyoke may find it relevant that ch. 22, §§ 22-1–22-2 requires operators of such establishments to hold a properly obtained license, which includes payment of the required fee. If a tenant has concerns about whether their housing provider is properly licensed, they may consider contacting the Holyoke license board to inquire about a property's licensing status. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local Holyoke regulations can also help residents understand what licensing requirements mean for 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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