Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 14, §§ 6047–6050 § 6047
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1. Parties to agreement; purposes of agreement. This chapter applies to agreements between: A. A person, referred to in this chapter as the "lessor," who owns land in territory under jurisdiction of the Maine Land Use Planning Commission; and B. A person, referred to in this chapter as the "lessee," who intends to construct or to occupy a building or buildings owned by that person on leased land in territory under jurisdiction of the Maine Land Use Planning Commission for recreational or residential purposes on a seasonal or year-round basis or to operate a business consisting of a commercial sporting camp, campground or retail store. 2. Application. This chapter applies to agreements entered into or renewed on or after July 25, 2002.
Maine Revised Statutes 14 M.R.S. §§ 6047–6050 establishes a specific legal framework governing land lease agreements in territory overseen by the Maine Land Use Planning Commission. The chapter covers arrangements where a landowner (the "lessor") leases land to someone (the "lessee") who plans to build or occupy their own structures for recreational, residential, or certain commercial purposes such as sporting camps, campgrounds, or retail stores. These protections and requirements apply only to agreements that were entered into or renewed on or after July 25, 2002.
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Under 14 M.R.S. §§ 6047–6050, landowners whose property falls within Maine Land Use Planning Commission territory and who lease land to individuals constructing or occupying buildings for recreational, residential, or qualifying commercial uses are subject to this chapter's provisions. Compliant lessors generally ensure that any lease agreements entered into or renewed after July 25, 2002 conform to the rules established by this chapter. Landowners operating in this jurisdiction typically review whether their agreements meet the statutory definitions of lessor and lessee before finalizing lease terms.
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Lessees covered by 14 M.R.S. §§ 6047–6050 are those who lease land within Maine Land Use Planning Commission territory to build or occupy their own structures for seasonal or year-round recreational, residential, or specified commercial purposes. If a lease was entered into or renewed on or after July 25, 2002, the lessee may be entitled to the protections this chapter provides. Tenants who believe their agreement falls under this chapter can consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid resource to better understand what rights and remedies may be available to them.
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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