Lowell, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 176 § 176-3
Violations and penalties (Lowell Housing Standards)
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A. This article shall be enforced by City code enforcement inspectors or other designees. B. There shall be a penalty of not more than $300 for any violation of this article. Each day of violation shall constitute a separate offense.
Chapter 176, Section 176-3 of the Lowell, Massachusetts Code of Bylaws establishes how the city's rental housing article is enforced and what penalties apply when it is violated. Enforcement authority rests with city code enforcement inspectors or other officials the city designates. A monetary penalty of up to $300 may be imposed for each violation, and because every day a violation continues counts as a separate offense, fines can accumulate over time.
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Under CH. 176 § 176-3, Lowell code enforcement inspectors have the authority to cite property owners for violations of the article, with fines reaching up to $300 per day. Because each day of noncompliance is treated as a distinct offense, operators who receive a notice of violation generally act promptly to correct the cited condition and document the remediation. Maintaining properties in ongoing compliance with the article's requirements is the most straightforward way to avoid escalating daily penalties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 176 § 176-3 gives Lowell code enforcement inspectors the power to act on violations of the article, which means tenants who observe conditions that may violate the article can report them to the city's code enforcement office. Because fines of up to $300 per day can accumulate for each day a violation persists, the enforcement mechanism creates an ongoing incentive for correction. Tenants seeking to understand their options may also consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Lowell's housing code.
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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