Rockland, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 288 § 288-12
Criminal penalties (Rockland Mobile Home Parks)
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A. It shall be unlawful for any person to demand, accept, receive or retain any rent for the use or occupancy of any controlled mobile home park accommodation in excess of the maximum rent prescribed therefore under the provisions of this bylaw or any order or regulation hereunder promulgated, or otherwise to do or omit to do any action in violation of the provisions of this bylaw or any order or regulation hereunder promulgated. B. Whoever knowingly makes any false statement in any testimony before the board or otherwise knowingly supplies the board with any false information shall be punished by a fine of not more than $1,000 for each offense, with each false statement and each piece of false information constituting a separate offense. Whoever willfully violates any provision of this bylaw or any rule or regulation promulgated hereunder shall be punished by a fine of not more than $1,000 for each offense, and each day that violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
Rockland, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 288 § 288-12 establishes that charging rent above the legally permitted maximum for a controlled mobile home park accommodation is unlawful, as is any other action that violates the bylaw or its related orders and regulations. Providing false statements or information to the rent board is also prohibited and treated as a distinct criminal offense. Willful violations of the bylaw carry fines of up to $1,000 per offense, with each continuing day of violation counted as a separate offense.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 288 § 288-12, operators of controlled mobile home parks in Rockland are expected to charge no more than the maximum rent established under the bylaw and to ensure that all information submitted to the rent board is accurate and complete. Compliant operators keep detailed records of rents charged and review applicable orders and regulations to confirm ongoing adherence. Because each day of a continuing violation can be treated as a separate offense carrying a fine of up to $1,000, maintaining consistent compliance practices is a standard part of responsible property management under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 288 § 288-12 gives residents of controlled mobile home parks in Rockland a basis to challenge rent charges that exceed the maximum permitted under the bylaw, as such overcharges are explicitly unlawful. Tenants who believe they have been charged excess rent or who are aware of false information being submitted to the board may consider raising the violation before the local rent board or contacting a tenant-rights organization for general guidance. Because willful violations can result in fines of up to $1,000 per offense—with each day counted separately—this provision provides meaningful enforcement leverage that tenants may explore through available complaint and hearing processes.
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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