Framingham, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 312 § 312-1
Purpose (Framingham Lodging Houses)
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This chapter is intended to supplement the provisions of MGL c. 140, § 22 et seq., and all other statutes and state regulations pertaining to lodging houses, for the purpose of ensuring the maintenance and protection of the health, safety and welfare of all persons and the health, safety and general welfare of the public.
Framingham, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 312 § 312-1 establishes the overarching purpose of the city's lodging house regulations, which are designed to work alongside Massachusetts General Law Chapter 140 and related state rules rather than replace them. The chapter exists to protect the health, safety, and welfare of both individual occupants and the broader public. It signals that local requirements may go beyond what state law alone mandates.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of lodging houses in Framingham should understand that CH. 312 § 312-1 places local obligations on top of existing state requirements under MGL c. 140, § 22 et seq. A compliant operator generally familiarizes themselves with both the state lodging house statutes and Framingham's local chapter to ensure nothing is overlooked. Relying solely on state-level compliance may not satisfy the full scope of local expectations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 312 § 312-1 makes clear that Framingham's lodging house rules are meant to protect the health, safety, and welfare of residents, supplementing state protections already available under MGL c. 140. Tenants in lodging houses may have recourse under both state law and this local chapter if conditions fall short of those standards. Local tenant-rights organizations or the city's relevant enforcement office can help clarify which layer of protection applies to a given set of circumstances.
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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