Natick, Mass., Bd. of Health Reg. ch. XI (2002) § 2
RIGHT OF ENTRY
Operative Text
2.1 The owner or occupant of every dwelling, dwelling unit and
lodging unit, or the person in charge thereof, shall give the
Board of Health or its authorized agent free access to such
dwelling, dwelling unit, or lodging unit, at all reasonable time
for the purpose of inspection, examination or survey.
2.2 Every occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit shall give the
owner thereof, or his agent or employee, access to any part of
such dwelling, dwelling unit at all reasonable times for the
purpose of making such repairs or alterations as are necessary
to affect compliance with the provisions of these minimum
standards or with an order issued pursuant to the provisions of
these minimum standards.Natick, Mass., Board of Health Reg. Ch. XI, Sections 2.1 and 2.2 establish mutual access obligations for residential dwellings. Under Section 2.1, the Board of Health or its authorized agents must be allowed to enter any dwelling, dwelling unit, or lodging unit at reasonable times to conduct inspections, examinations, or surveys. Under Section 2.2, occupants must also allow owners, their agents, or employees to enter at reasonable times specifically to make repairs or alterations needed to bring the property into compliance with these minimum standards or with any related compliance order.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Sections 2.1 and 2.2 of Natick's Board of Health Reg. Ch. XI, compliant property owners and managers generally ensure that Board of Health inspectors are never obstructed from accessing units at reasonable times. They also coordinate with occupants to schedule entry for repairs or alterations required to meet the minimum standards or fulfill a compliance order. Maintaining clear communication with tenants about the purpose and timing of entry is a common practice among operators seeking to stay in compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Sections 2.1 and 2.2 of Natick, Mass., Board of Health Reg. Ch. XI describe rights and responsibilities that run in both directions. As an occupant, you are entitled to have the Board of Health access your unit to inspect conditions, which can be a pathway for addressing habitability concerns. At the same time, the provision requires occupants to allow owner access at reasonable times for necessary repairs; tenants who believe an access request falls outside the scope of Section 2.2 may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review guidance from the Natick Board of Health.
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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