Somerville, Mass., Code of Ordinances ch. 7, art. VI (2026) § 7-134
Notice to the public of availability of accommodation process
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Notice of the availability of reasonable accommodation shall be prominently displayed at the office of strategic planning and community development, advising the public of the availability of the procedure for eligible individuals. Forms for requesting reasonable accommodation shall be available to the public in the office of strategic planning and community development.
Under Somerville Code of Ordinances ch. 7, art. VI § 7-134, the city's Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development is required to prominently post a notice informing the public that a reasonable accommodation process exists for eligible individuals. That same office must also keep request forms available for anyone who needs them. The provision ensures that information about this process is accessible and visible to the general public.
Plain English — not legal advice.
While § 7-134 places the notice and form-availability obligations directly on the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development rather than on private landlords, property owners and managers operating in Somerville should be aware that a formal reasonable accommodation request process exists through that office. Operators who interact with tenants seeking accommodations may find it useful to know where the public can obtain official forms and information. Staying informed about city-administered processes under ch. 7, art. VI can support broader compliance with Somerville's accommodation-related requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 7-134 of the Somerville Code of Ordinances establishes that the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development must display a prominent notice about the reasonable accommodation process and make request forms available there. If you believe you may be eligible for a reasonable accommodation, that office is the designated starting point for obtaining information and paperwork. Tenant-rights organizations in Somerville can also help individuals understand what the reasonable accommodation process covers and what options may be available to them.
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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