Eastham, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 116 § 116-4
Regulations and fees (Eastham Rentals, Short-Term)
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The Board of Health may promulgate regulations to carry out and enforce the provisions of this bylaw, and may, subject to the approval of the Select Board, set fees for the issuance of certificates of registration for short-term rentals.
Under Eastham, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 116 § 116-4, the Board of Health is authorized to create regulations that implement and enforce the town's short-term rental bylaw. The Board may also establish fees for issuing short-term rental registration certificates, provided the Select Board approves those fees. This provision defines the scope of regulatory and fee-setting authority rather than specifying any particular requirement or dollar amount.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of short-term rentals in Eastham should be aware that under CH. 116 § 116-4, the Board of Health holds rulemaking authority over the short-term rental program, meaning additional regulations beyond the base bylaw may be adopted over time. Compliant operators generally stay current with any Board of Health regulations and pay applicable registration certificate fees as set under this provision. Checking with the Eastham Board of Health for the current fee schedule and any promulgated rules is a routine part of maintaining compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 116 § 116-4 establishes that the Eastham Board of Health can issue regulations governing short-term rentals in the town, which may affect the standards and conditions under which rental units operate. Tenants or neighbors who believe a short-term rental is operating outside those regulations can look to the Board of Health as the body responsible for enforcement. Tenant-rights organizations or local advocacy groups can help individuals understand what regulations have been promulgated under this provision and what complaint processes may be available.
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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