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MA H4354
Providing for rent regulation and control of evictions in manufactured housing parks in the town of Athol
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Introduced
01/24/2022
01/24/2022
In Committee
01/24/2022
01/24/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
That the town of Athol be authorized to regulate rents for the use or occupancy of manufactured housing parks in said town. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the town of Athol to regulate rents and evictions in manufactured housing parks. It establishes a rent board with the power to make rent adjustments, set minimum standards, and regulate evictions. The bill also applies the provisions of Chapter 30A of the Massachusetts General Laws to the rent board, giving it powers similar to a state agency, and grants both the district court and superior court jurisdiction to enforce the act and any local ordinances adopted under it. The bill exempts the rent board's personnel from certain civil service laws.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5204 (on 09/01/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4354 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4354.pdf |
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