North Adams, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 26 § 26-3
Duties and powers generally (North Adams Mobile Home Park Rent Control, Board)
Operative Text
[Ord. of 9-15-1982 , § 1] (a) The board shall regulate rents, and shall promulgate such policies, rules and regulations as will further the provisions of Chapter 243 of the Acts of 1982, and shall recommend to the city council for adoption such ordinances as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of said Chapter 243. (b) The board may make rules and regulations, compel attendance of persons and the production of papers and information, and issue appropriate orders which shall be binding on both the owner and tenant of such mobile home park accommodations. (c) The board may refer any relevant matter to the appropriate city department or agency for further action. The board may, at the request of any mobile home park owner, render a binding opinion as to the impact of proposed capital improvements on the rents.
North Adams, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 26 § 26-3 establishes the general authority of the local rent board to regulate rents in mobile home parks, create binding rules, and issue orders that apply to both park owners and tenants. The board is also empowered to compel the appearance of individuals and the submission of documents, refer matters to other city departments, and issue binding opinions on how proposed capital improvements may affect rents. This provision defines the board's foundational powers rather than setting specific rent limits or procedures.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 26 § 26-3, mobile home park owners in North Adams are subject to the board's binding orders and any rules or regulations the board promulgates pursuant to Chapter 243 of the Acts of 1982. Compliant operators generally stay informed of board-issued policies, respond to any board requests for documents or appearances, and may proactively seek a binding opinion from the board before undertaking capital improvements that could affect rents. Engaging with the board's processes as outlined in this section is a standard part of operating a regulated mobile home park in the city.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 26 § 26-3 gives the North Adams rent board broad authority to issue orders that are binding on park owners, which means tenants in mobile home parks have a regulatory body they can look to when concerns arise about rent or park conditions. Tenants may bring relevant matters to the board's attention, and the board has the power to refer issues to other city departments for further action. Those seeking to understand their rights under this provision may benefit from contacting the board directly or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization familiar with mobile home park regulations.
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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