Hull, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 274 § 274-3
Conversion permits (Hull Housing Standards)
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A. Premises which have been previously used for summer occupancy only, and which are to be or are being converted for winter occupancy, shall be subject to the provisions of the Massachusetts Sanitary Code, Article II, Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation, [1] regardless of whether the same are or may be occupied by the record owner, members of his family or other. [1] Editor's Note: See 105 CMR 410.000. B. Upon receipt of an application for a conversion permit, the Board of Health and/or its duly appointed agents shall inspect the premises described in the application. If said premises conform to the requirements of the Sanitary Code of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and any other applicable law(s), a conversion permit shall be issued by the Board of Health. C. A conversion permit shall be obtained by the record owner from the Board of Health prior to winter occupancy of a dwelling previously occupied during the summer months. D. This section shall not be applicable to premises occupied by the record owner thereof, or members of his family, on or before September 4, 1969, if said premises were occupied for year-round habitation.
Hull, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 274 § 274-3 establishes that any dwelling previously used only for summer occupancy must meet the Massachusetts Sanitary Code's minimum habitability standards (105 CMR 410.000) before it can be used during winter months. The Hull Board of Health is responsible for inspecting such properties and issuing a conversion permit once the premises are found to comply with applicable law. A narrow exemption applies to properties that were already occupied year-round by the record owner or their family on or before September 4, 1969.
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Under CH. 274 § 274-3, property owners who wish to convert a summer-only dwelling to winter occupancy in Hull must apply for a conversion permit from the Board of Health before that winter use begins. Compliant operators typically ensure the property meets all requirements of the Massachusetts Sanitary Code (105 CMR 410.000) and any other applicable laws prior to submitting their application, so that the Board's inspection can result in permit issuance without delay. This requirement applies regardless of whether the occupant will be a tenant, the owner, or a family member, unless the property qualifies for the pre-1969 year-round occupancy exemption.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 274 § 274-3 gives tenants in Hull a basis to verify that a dwelling formerly used only in summer has been properly authorized for winter occupancy through a Board of Health conversion permit. If a landlord has not obtained this permit, the property may not legally meet the minimum habitability standards set by the Massachusetts Sanitary Code (105 CMR 410.000), which can be relevant in housing complaints or code enforcement proceedings. Tenants who have concerns about whether a conversion permit was obtained may contact the Hull Board of Health directly or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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