Peabody, Mass., Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II (2026) § 18-32
Terms; vacancy
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(a) Members of the Board shall be appointed for five-year terms. (b) If a vacancy occurs, the member appointed to fill the vacancy shall serve for the remaining portion of the term of the member creating the vacancy.
Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II § 18-32 establishes how members of the Board are appointed and how vacancies are handled. Board members serve five-year terms, and when a vacancy arises mid-term, the replacement member serves only the remainder of the original term rather than a fresh five-year term. This structure is designed to maintain continuity and predictability in Board membership.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II § 18-32, the composition and tenure of the Board that may oversee rental housing matters is governed by fixed five-year appointment cycles. Property owners and managers who interact with or appear before the Board can generally expect that its membership follows a defined schedule, with any mid-term replacements serving out the predecessor's remaining time. Operators who track Board membership transitions may find it useful to monitor appointment announcements through the City of Peabody's official channels.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II § 18-32 governs the terms of service for Board members, ensuring that the body responsible for relevant housing oversight maintains a structured and accountable membership. Tenants who have matters pending before the Board should be aware that a mid-term vacancy does not reset the appointment clock, meaning a replacement member steps into the remaining portion of the prior member's term. Tenant-rights organizations in the Peabody area can help residents understand how Board composition may relate to their housing concerns.
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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