North Attleborough, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 363 § 363-10
Temporary permits; violations and penalties; repealer; severability (North Attleborough Mobile Home Parks)
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A. No trailer, mobile home or like structure shall be used for living quarters anywhere in the Town of North Attleborough except in those locations licensed therefor; except that in case of an emergency or disaster when so proclaimed by the Board of Selectmen, temporary permits for such use may be granted by the Board of Health for the time period of the emergency, providing there are no potential or real health violations caused by any such proposed temporary permits. B. Any person violating these rules or any provisions thereof shall, upon conviction in any court of competent jurisdiction, be fined not more than $200 for each such offense. For purposes of this, each day such offense continues shall be considered a separate offense. C. All previously existing rules or parts of these rules relative to the subject matter of these rules are hereby repealed, except the Zoning Bylaws. D. Should any sentence, paragraph or part of these rules be declared unconstitutional or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, it shall in no way affect the remaining valid portions hereof.
North Attleborough, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 363 § 363-10 establishes that trailers, mobile homes, and similar structures may not be used as living quarters anywhere in North Attleborough unless the location is specifically licensed for that purpose. An exception exists during officially proclaimed emergencies or disasters, during which the Board of Health may issue temporary permits—provided no health violations would result. Violations of this rule are treated as continuing offenses, meaning each day a violation persists counts as a separate infraction subject to its own fine.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 363 § 363-10, property owners and managers in North Attleborough who operate or allow trailers, mobile homes, or similar structures to be used as living quarters must ensure those locations hold the required license. Compliant operators verify that any such use is properly authorized before occupancy begins and do not rely on emergency permit provisions outside of a formally proclaimed emergency. Operators who allow unlicensed use risk fines of up to $200 per day for each continuing day of violation, as each day is treated as a separate offense.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 363 § 363-10 means that tenants living in trailers, mobile homes, or similar structures in North Attleborough have a right to know whether the location they occupy is properly licensed for that use. If a tenant believes their living situation may be unlicensed or otherwise in violation of this provision, they may consider contacting the North Attleborough Board of Health, which has authority over permits under this section. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options may be available when housing does not meet local regulatory requirements.
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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