Otis, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 108 § 108-8
Violations and penalties (Otis Short-Term Rentals)
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A. If any owner, operator/operator's agent or occupant violates any provision of this bylaw, the owner and or the operator may be subject to civil penalties in accordance with the following. (1) First offense: $100. (2) Second offense: $200. (3) Third offense: $300, and each subsequent offense. Each day a violation occurs constitutes a separate offense. B. Violations may result in suspension or revocation of the license.
Otis, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 108 § 108-8 establishes a tiered civil penalty structure for violations of the bylaw, starting at $100 for a first offense, $200 for a second, and $300 for a third and any subsequent offense. Because each day a violation continues counts as a separate offense, penalties can accumulate quickly over time. Beyond monetary fines, the provision also allows for suspension or revocation of the relevant license.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 108 § 108-8, property owners and operators in Otis face escalating civil penalties for each day a bylaw violation persists, making prompt correction of any identified issue a standard part of compliant operations. Operators generally maintain records demonstrating ongoing compliance and respond quickly to any notice of violation to limit the number of separate offenses that accrue. Repeated or unresolved violations also risk suspension or revocation of the operating license, which can affect the ability to continue renting.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 108 § 108-8 gives occupants standing as potential violators but also signals that owners and operators bear civil and licensing consequences for bylaw violations. Tenants who believe an owner or operator is in violation of the bylaw may report the condition to the appropriate local enforcement authority in Otis, which can trigger the penalty and license-review process. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Massachusetts local bylaws can help explain what options are generally available when a landlord is found to be in violation.
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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