Haverhill, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 202 § 202-1
Notification in advance of rental required (Haverhill Renting to Minors)
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Any landlord leasing, renting or subleasing an apartment building or portion thereof to any minor under 18 years of age shall notify the Chief of Police of the City of Haverhill or his designate in advance of such lease.
Haverhill, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 202 § 202-1 establishes a notification requirement that applies whenever a landlord enters into a lease, rental, or sublease arrangement with a tenant who is under 18 years of age. Before the tenancy begins, the landlord must inform the Haverhill Chief of Police or a designated representative. The rule applies to apartment buildings or any portion of such buildings, and the notification must occur in advance of the lease taking effect.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 202 § 202-1, property owners and managers in Haverhill who are about to rent or sublease any apartment unit or portion of a building to a person under 18 years old are generally expected to contact the Chief of Police or the Chief's designate before the lease is executed. Compliant operators typically establish a process for verifying tenant age at the application stage so that the required advance notice can be given when applicable. Maintaining documentation of when and how the notification was made is a common practice for demonstrating compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 202 § 202-1 reflects that Haverhill has placed a specific procedural obligation on landlords—not tenants—when a rental involves a minor under 18. If a prospective tenant or their guardian believes a landlord has failed to follow this notification requirement, they may wish to contact the City of Haverhill or consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand what, if any, remedies or reporting channels are available. Because this provision is part of the local Code of Bylaws, the City of Haverhill's municipal offices would generally be the starting point for questions about enforcement.
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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