North Attleborough, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 134 § 134-2

Registration required (North Attleborough Congregate Living Properties)

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North Attleborough, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 134 § 134-2
For the purposes of this bylaw any properties within the Town of North Attleborough being utilized as either a boarding/lodging/rooming home, as defined below, shall be required to register annually, by January 30 of the calendar year or within 90 days of acquisition or change of use for that calendar year, with the North Attleborough Building Department.
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Plain English

North Attleborough, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 134 § 134-2 requires that any property in the Town of North Attleborough operating as a boarding, lodging, or rooming home must be registered with the North Attleborough Building Department on an annual basis. Registration must occur by January 30 of each calendar year, or within 90 days if the property is newly acquired or converted to that use during the year. This rule establishes a recurring compliance obligation tied to the calendar year rather than a one-time registration.

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For Property Managers

Under CH. 134 § 134-2, operators of boarding, lodging, or rooming homes in North Attleborough generally maintain an active annual registration with the North Attleborough Building Department, submitting it by January 30 each year. When a property is newly purchased or its use changes to a covered category mid-year, compliant operators typically complete registration within 90 days of that acquisition or change. Keeping records of each year's registration submission helps demonstrate ongoing compliance with this bylaw.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

CH. 134 § 134-2 establishes that the boarding, lodging, or rooming home where you live should be registered annually with the North Attleborough Building Department. If you have reason to believe a property is operating without the required registration, you may contact the North Attleborough Building Department to inquire about a property's registration status. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Massachusetts housing law can help explain what options may be available when a landlord is not in compliance with local registration requirements.

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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