Peabody, Mass., Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II (2026) § 18-37
Studies, investigations, hearings, meetings
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(a) The Rent Board may make such studies and investigations, conduct such hearings, and obtain such information as is deemed necessary in promulgating any regulation, rule or order under this article, or in administering and enforcing this article and regulations and orders promulgated hereunder. (b) Regular meetings of the Board shall be conducted and held not less than once every month and additional hearings and meetings may be scheduled and called by the Board as deemed necessary. (c) For the foregoing purposes, a person may be summoned to attend and testify and to produce books and papers in like manner as such person may be summoned to attend as a witness before a court. Any person who rents or offers for rent or acts as broker or agent for the rental of any mobile home park accommodation may be required to furnish under oath any information required by the Board and to produce records and other documents and make reports.
Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II § 18-37 establishes the procedural authority of the Rent Board to gather information and hold hearings as part of its regulatory and enforcement work. The Board is required to meet at least once a month, with additional sessions scheduled as needed. Landlords, brokers, and agents involved in mobile home park rentals can be compelled to appear, testify under oath, and produce records when the Board determines such information is necessary.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Peabody Code of Ordinances ch. 18, art. II § 18-37, operators who rent, offer for rent, or act as brokers or agents for mobile home park accommodations are subject to the Board's information-gathering authority. Compliant operators generally maintain organized records — such as lease agreements, rent rolls, and related documents — so they can respond promptly if the Board requests information or compels their appearance. Operators who receive a summons to attend a Board hearing or produce records are expected to comply in a manner similar to a court subpoena.
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. 18, art. II § 18-37 gives the Rent Board broad authority to investigate conditions, conduct hearings, and compel testimony from landlords and agents — tools that support the Board's ability to enforce tenant protections. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may find it useful to know that the Board can independently gather evidence, including records from landlords, as part of its oversight role. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with the Peabody Rent Board's processes can help residents understand how to bring concerns to the Board's attention or participate in its proceedings.
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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