Williamstown, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 154 § 154-10
Fees (Williamstown Rental Property)
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The Board of Health shall establish a schedule of fees for inspections and variances.
Under Williamstown, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 154 § 154-10, the local Board of Health holds the authority to set and publish a fee schedule covering the cost of rental housing inspections and any variance requests. This means that inspection and variance fees are not fixed by state law but are determined at the local level by this board. The schedule may be updated or revised by the Board of Health over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 154 § 154-10, property owners and managers in Williamstown should be aware that the Board of Health sets the applicable fees for inspections and variances, and those amounts can change. Compliant operators typically confirm the current fee schedule with the Board of Health before scheduling an inspection or submitting a variance application. Keeping records of fees paid helps demonstrate compliance with the local rental housing code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 154 § 154-10 establishes that the Williamstown Board of Health controls the fee structure for inspections and variances under the local rental housing code. Tenants who believe an inspection is warranted may contact the Board of Health directly to learn about the current fee schedule and the process for requesting one. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Williamstown's local bylaws can also help explain how the inspection and variance process works in practice.
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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