Woburn, Mass., Municipal Code ch. 5 pt. X (2025) § 5-62
Register to be kept
Operative Text
In every public lodging house or lodging unit a register shall be kept in which shall
be entered the name and address of each lodger, together with the time of his
arrival and departure, and such register shall at all times be open to the inspection
of the police. (Prior Ch. 20 sec. 6).Under Woburn, Mass., Municipal Code ch. 5 pt. X § 5-62, every public lodging house or lodging unit is required to maintain a written register recording each lodger's name, address, and the times of their arrival and departure. This register is not a private document — it must remain accessible to police for inspection at any time. The rule establishes an ongoing, continuous recordkeeping obligation tied to the operation of the lodging facility.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of public lodging houses or lodging units in Woburn are expected, under § 5-62, to maintain an up-to-date register that captures each lodger's full name, home address, arrival time, and departure time. Compliant operators ensure this register is organized and immediately available for police inspection without delay or advance notice. Keeping the register current with each new arrival and departure — rather than updating it periodically — reflects the standard the provision contemplates.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 5-62 of Woburn's Municipal Code establishes that the lodging facility where you reside is required to keep a register containing your name, address, and arrival and departure times. As a lodger, it may be useful to know that this register is a formal record maintained by the operator, not a voluntary guest log. If you have concerns about how your personal information is being recorded or shared, tenant-rights organizations or a legal aid service familiar with Massachusetts lodging law can help you understand what protections may apply.
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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