Mattapoisett, Mass., Bd. of Health Reg. 19:00 (2021) § 19:13
Heating Facilities
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The owner shall maintain heating facilities and temperature requirements in accordance with the State Sanitary Code 105 CMR 410.200 &105 CMR 410.201. Portable space heaters are prohibited from guest units and efficiency units.
Section 19:13 of the Mattapoisett Board of Health Hotel and Motel Regulations requires that heating systems in hotel and motel properties meet the standards set by the Massachusetts State Sanitary Code, specifically 105 CMR 410.200 and 105 CMR 410.201. The rule also flatly prohibits portable space heaters from being present or used in guest units and efficiency units. These requirements apply to the property owner and are intended to ensure that guests have access to safe, code-compliant heat.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 19:13, compliant hotel and motel operators in Mattapoisett maintain permanent, fixed heating facilities that satisfy the temperature and equipment standards found in 105 CMR 410.200 and 105 CMR 410.201 of the State Sanitary Code. Operators generally ensure that no portable space heaters are placed in or made available to guest units or efficiency units, as these devices are expressly prohibited regardless of circumstance. Routine inspection of heating systems and staff training on the space-heater prohibition are practices commonly associated with ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Guests and occupants of hotel and motel units in Mattapoisett are entitled under Section 19:13 to heating that meets the Massachusetts State Sanitary Code standards at 105 CMR 410.200 and 105 CMR 410.201, and the use of portable space heaters as a substitute is not permitted. If a unit lacks adequate heat or a portable space heater has been provided in place of a proper heating system, that may constitute a violation of this regulation. Occupants who believe a violation exists can report concerns to the Mattapoisett Board of Health or consult 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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