North Attleborough, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 363 § 363-5
Approval or denial of application; appeals (North Attleborough Mobile Home Parks)
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A. The Board of Health may issue a license to the applicant subject to such conditions as said Board may impose consistent with the intent of these rules. B. Within 60 days next after the close of the hearing conducted by the Board of Health relative to the requested license, the applicant shall be informed, in writing, by the Board of Health whether the license has been granted or denied, together with a statement of the reasons for such grant or denial. C. An applicant or other person aggrieved by the Board's decision thereon must have his appeal filed with a court of competent jurisdiction within 20 days after the aggrieved party receives: 1) written notice of such decision by certified mail or a Town Constable; or 2) by filing with the Town Clerk, whichever occurs first.
Under North Attleborough Code of Bylaws CH. 363 § 363-5, the Board of Health has authority to grant or deny a rental housing license, and may attach conditions to any license it issues. The Board must notify the applicant in writing of its decision—including the reasons for it—within 60 days after the close of the hearing. Any party who disagrees with the Board's decision has a 20-day window to file an appeal with a court of competent jurisdiction, starting from the date they receive written notice by certified mail, Town Constable delivery, or filing with the Town Clerk, whichever comes first.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers seeking a rental license under CH. 363 § 363-5 should be prepared to receive the Board of Health's written decision, along with any conditions attached to the license, within 60 days of the hearing's close. Compliant operators keep careful records of when and how they receive official Board communications, since the 20-day appeal deadline is triggered by that receipt. Operators who receive a denial or find the imposed conditions problematic generally review the Board's stated reasons and consult with a qualified attorney about whether to pursue an appeal in a court of competent jurisdiction.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 363 § 363-5 establishes that the Board of Health must provide written reasons whenever it grants or denies a rental housing license, giving tenants and other affected parties a basis for understanding the Board's decision. Individuals who are aggrieved by a Board decision—not just the original applicant—have the right to appeal to a court of competent jurisdiction, but must do so within 20 days of receiving official notice. Tenants who believe a Board decision affects their housing situation may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or a qualified attorney to understand whether they qualify as an aggrieved party and what options may be 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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