Preemption Notice

This local rule is preempted in part by Mass. Gen. Laws c. 40P (Mass. Gen. Laws c. 40P) for certain properties in this jurisdiction.

Preemption Notice

This local rule is preempted in part by Mass. Gen. Laws c. 40P (Mass. Gen. Laws c. 40P) for mobile home park.

Belchertown, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 78 § 78-1

Title (Belchertown Mobile Home Parks)

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BelchertownRent Control

Operative Text

Belchertown, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 78 § 78-1
This article shall be known and may be cited as the "Mobile Home Park Rent Control Bylaw."
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Plain English

Section 78-1 of Belchertown, Massachusetts, Code of Bylaws Chapter 78 establishes the official name of the local ordinance governing rent control in mobile home parks. The provision itself does not impose any requirements or restrictions; it simply designates the article's title as the 'Mobile Home Park Rent Control Bylaw.' This naming clause sets the foundation for the broader regulatory framework that follows in subsequent sections of Chapter 78.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

As a mobile home park operator in Belchertown, it is useful to know that the governing local ordinance is formally titled the 'Mobile Home Park Rent Control Bylaw' under CH. 78 § 78-1. Compliant operators typically familiarize themselves with the full Chapter 78 framework, since this title provision signals that rent control rules apply to their operations. Referencing the bylaw by its official name when communicating with local authorities or in park documentation helps ensure clarity.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

CH. 78 § 78-1 establishes that Belchertown's rent control rules for mobile home parks are officially called the 'Mobile Home Park Rent Control Bylaw,' giving tenants a clear reference point when researching their rights. Knowing the bylaw's official name can help residents locate the full text of Chapter 78 and understand what protections may apply to their tenancy. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Belchertown's local ordinances can be a useful resource for understanding how the broader bylaw framework operates.

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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