Williamstown, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 55 § 55-1
Smoking or vaping prohibited in privately owned multi-unit buildings; exception (Williamstown Smoking and Vaping)
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A. Smoking or vaping of tobacco in any form is prohibited in any privately owned multi-unit housing dwelling, rental or condominium, within 25 feet of the building, or any part of the building, and within 25 feet of any common areas such as a pool or tennis court which are open to residents of the complex. B. An exception to this prohibition is made for owner-occupied one- to four-family dwellings.
Williamstown, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 55 § 55-1 establishes a broad smoke- and vape-free zone covering the interior of privately owned multi-unit residential buildings—whether rental or condominium—as well as the outdoor area within 25 feet of any part of the building and within 25 feet of shared amenities like pools or tennis courts. The rule applies to tobacco in any form, including products used for vaping. Owner-occupied buildings with one to four units are explicitly carved out from this prohibition.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 55 § 55-1, operators of privately owned multi-unit rental or condominium properties in Williamstown are generally expected to maintain smoke- and vape-free environments throughout the building and in the surrounding 25-foot buffer zone, including near common amenities. Compliant property managers typically incorporate the prohibition into lease agreements, post clear signage at building entrances and near shared facilities, and communicate the rule to all residents. Keeping records of resident notifications and any reported violations is a common practice for demonstrating ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 55 § 55-1 gives residents of multi-unit rental and condominium buildings in Williamstown the right to a smoke- and vape-free living environment, both inside the building and within 25 feet of it and its common areas. If a landlord or neighboring resident is violating this provision, tenants may consider documenting incidents and raising the issue with building management, the local Board of Health, or the town's code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations in Massachusetts can also help residents understand what options may be available under this bylaw.
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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