Nahant, Mass., STR Rules & Regs (2024) § 9
GUEST INFORMATION PACKET
Operative Text
In addition to the information outlined in Article XXIII, Section 4 of the General By-Laws, the
following information shall be incorporated into a guest packet provided by the operator:
Good Neighbor Guidelines
Tenant/Guest Responsibility - Approved guests and visitors are expected to follow these Good
Neighbor Guidelines. Be sure to read your rental agreement for additional terms and restrictions
which may include consequences for violating the Good Neighbor Guidelines.
24-Hour Local Agent Contact Information - If at any time you have concerns about your stay
or in regard to your neighbors, please contact the operator or the person identified by the operator
as the local contact. In the event of an emergency, please call 911.
General Respect for Neighbors - Be friendly, courteous, and treat your neighbors like you want
to be treated. Respect your neighbors and their property,
Noise and Outdoor Lighting - Be considerate of the neighborhood and your neighbor's right to
the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of their home and property, especially after 10 p.m.
Maintenance of Property - Be sure to pick up after yourself and keep the property clean,
presentable, and free of trash.
Garbage - Place trash and recycling containers at the appropriate place no earlier than 6:00 am for
pickup. Return trash and recycling containers to the designated location by 7:00 pm on the day of
pickup. Cigarette butts should be properly extinguished and disposed of.
Parking Plan - Do not park on roadways, lawns, or in a manner which blocks driveways,
sidewalks, alleys, or mailboxes. Drive slowly through neighborhoods and watch for pedestrians
and children playing. SPECIAL NOTE: Town-issued guest parking passes (available from
property owners) must be displayed on all vehicles. Violators will be ticketed, towed or both.
Pets - Promptly clean-up after your pets. Prevent excessive and prolonged barking and know that
Nahant has a leash law in effect 24/7 (except for Doggie Beach). Store pet food indoors and in a
secure container to reduce the likelihood of unwanted pest problems.
Fire Pit - There shall always be a responsible adult tending to the fire until it has been extinguished
completely. You must keep fire suppression equipment close enough that it can be used
immediately if the fire should start to become a problem. Acceptable items would be a fire
extinguisher, garden hose, water buckets, and sand. You must keep the fire in outdoor fire pits to
a reasonable and controllable size. The only firewood allowed is dry, clean, and seasoned
firewood; no lighter fluid or other flammable materials may be used. Do Not Burn: Wood products
that contain glue or resin, garbage, including food waste, treated or unpainted wood, like materials
from wood decks, unseasoned or wet wood, animal carcasses, yard waste, construction material,
anything that will release toxic emissions, strong odors, or dense smoke when burned,
materials that contain grease, plastic, asphalt, paint, rubber.Section 9 of Nahant's Short-Term Rental Rules and Regulations (approved Oct. 2, 2024) requires operators of short-term rentals to provide guests with a formal information packet that includes a set of 'Good Neighbor Guidelines.' These guidelines cover topics such as noise limits after 10 p.m., parking rules including the display of town-issued guest parking passes, pet leash requirements, proper trash handling, and fire pit safety standards. The packet must also include 24-hour local agent contact information and direct guests to call 911 in emergencies.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 9 of Nahant's Short-Term Rental Rules and Regulations, compliant operators prepare and distribute a guest information packet that incorporates all of the enumerated Good Neighbor Guidelines before or at the time of each guest's arrival. Operators generally ensure the packet clearly communicates the 24-hour local contact, parking pass requirements, noise expectations after 10 p.m., garbage placement schedules, pet rules, and fire pit restrictions. Keeping a record of packet delivery and ensuring the rental agreement cross-references the guidelines are practices commonly associated with maintaining compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
As a guest at a Nahant short-term rental, § 9 of the Short-Term Rental Rules and Regulations entitles you to receive a guest information packet outlining your responsibilities and the property's rules, including noise, parking, pets, trash, and fire pit guidelines. If you did not receive such a packet, or if the packet was incomplete, that may be relevant context when addressing any disputes about alleged violations of the Good Neighbor Guidelines. Tenant-rights organizations or the Town of Nahant can be consulted for guidance on how these rules apply and what recourse may be available if the operator failed to meet their obligations under § 9.
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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