Woburn, Mass., Municipal Code ch. 5 pt. X (2025) § 5-59
Certification of inspector of buildings and wire
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No such license shall be granted or renewed until the inspector of buildings and wire
inspector thereof has specified in writing that the buildings and wiring meet the
requirements of the local laws regarding buildings and wiring. (Prior Ch. 20 sec. 3).Section 5-59 of Woburn's Lodging House regulations establishes a prerequisite for obtaining or renewing a lodging house license: the inspector of buildings and the wire inspector must both confirm in writing that the property's buildings and wiring comply with applicable local laws. Without that written certification, no license may be issued or renewed. This requirement applies at every licensing cycle, not just at initial application.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 5-59, operators of lodging houses in Woburn must secure written sign-off from both the building inspector and the wire inspector before a license can be granted or renewed. Compliant operators typically schedule inspections well in advance of renewal deadlines and address any code deficiencies identified by inspectors before reapplying. Keeping copies of the written certifications on file supports a clear record of compliance at each licensing cycle.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 5-59 provides tenants in Woburn lodging houses with a baseline assurance that the building and its wiring have been reviewed and certified as meeting local code requirements before a license is issued or renewed. If a lodging house appears to be operating without a valid license, or if building or electrical conditions seem unsafe, tenants can inquire with the Woburn licensing or building department about the status of the required certifications. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options may be available when a property's licensing status is in question.
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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