Nantucket, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 338 § 338-8
Inspection of short-term rental premises (Nantucket Short-Term Rental Property)
Operative Text
To verify compliance with all applicable statutes, bylaws and regulations, operators are subject to inspection of the short-term rental by the Board of Health upon reasonable notice via consent or administrative warrant, or without such notice, in the event of an imminent threat to public health or safety.
Nantucket Code of Bylaws CH. 338 § 338-8 establishes that short-term rental properties may be inspected by the Board of Health to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Inspections generally require reasonable advance notice and either the operator's consent or an administrative warrant. However, if there is an imminent threat to public health or safety, the Board of Health may conduct an inspection without prior notice.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 338 § 338-8, operators of short-term rentals in Nantucket should be prepared to accommodate Board of Health inspections aimed at verifying compliance with relevant statutes, bylaws, and regulations. Compliant operators typically maintain their rental premises in a condition that meets all applicable health and safety standards at all times, not only when an inspection is anticipated. Keeping records of maintenance, safety checks, and any corrective actions taken can support a showing of ongoing compliance when inspectors arrive with reasonable notice or, in urgent circumstances, without it.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 338 § 338-8 gives the Nantucket Board of Health the authority to inspect short-term rental premises, which serves as a mechanism to protect the health and safety of people staying in those properties. If a tenant or guest believes there is an imminent health or safety hazard at a short-term rental, this provision allows the Board of Health to act without waiting for advance notice. Tenants who have concerns about conditions at a short-term rental may consider contacting the Nantucket Board of Health directly or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand what options are available under this provision.
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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