Peabody, Mass., Code of Ordinances ch. 14, art. I (2026) § 14-5
Repairs required of rental units; temporary occupancy
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If, after inspection of the premises by the Board of Health, it is determined that a period of time should be granted in which to make repairs necessary to qualify the unit for certification and the health and safety of any occupant is not thereby endangered, the Board may issue a temporary occupancy permit, which shall not exceed 30 days.
Under Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 14, art. I § 14-5, when the Board of Health inspects a rental unit and finds that repairs are needed before the unit can be certified, the Board has the authority to issue a temporary occupancy permit giving time to complete those repairs. This permit is only available when the Board determines that allowing continued occupancy during the repair period does not endanger the health or safety of anyone living in the unit. The temporary permit cannot extend beyond 30 days.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 14, art. I § 14-5, operators whose units require repairs to meet certification standards may be granted a temporary occupancy permit by the Board of Health, provided the existing conditions do not pose a health or safety risk to occupants. Compliant operators typically complete all required repairs within the permit window, which cannot exceed 30 days, and coordinate with the Board to confirm the unit meets certification requirements before or upon expiration. Keeping documentation of repair timelines and communications with the Board of Health is a common practice during this process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 14, art. I § 14-5 establishes that a temporary occupancy permit can only be issued if the Board of Health determines that remaining in the unit during the repair period does not endanger your health or safety. If you believe conditions in your unit pose a safety risk, you may contact the Peabody Board of Health to request an inspection or raise concerns about whether a temporary permit was appropriately issued. Tenant-rights organizations can help you understand what options may be available if you feel the conditions in your rental unit are not being adequately addressed within the 30-day permit period.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 11, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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