Georgetown, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 457 § 457-7
Notice to turn off utilities (Georgetown Rental Occupancy)
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Before any public utilities are ordered shut off, the Board of Health shall give three days' notice in writing to the owner, managing agent or person in control of the vacant premises that such action is to be taken.
Under Georgetown, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 457 § 457-7, the Board of Health is required to provide at least three days' written notice before ordering public utilities shut off at vacant premises. This notice must be directed to the owner, managing agent, or whoever is in control of the property. The rule establishes a procedural safeguard ensuring responsible parties have advance warning before utility service is discontinued.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 457 § 457-7, a compliant property owner or managing agent can expect to receive written notice at least three days before the Board of Health orders utilities shut off at a vacant property. Operators generally maintain current contact information with the relevant authorities so that such notices are received promptly and without delay. Keeping accurate records of who is designated as the responsible party for a vacant property helps ensure the notice reaches the right person in time.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 457 § 457-7 establishes that the Board of Health must give three days' written notice before utilities are shut off at vacant premises, which reflects a broader framework of procedural protections in Georgetown's housing code. If you believe utilities were shut off without proper notice being given to the responsible party, this provision may be relevant to understanding your rights under the local bylaw. Tenant-rights organizations and local housing authorities can help explain how this rule fits into the broader context of utility shutoff protections.
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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