Woburn, Mass., Municipal Code ch. 5 pt. X (2025) § 5-65
Violation--Penalty
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The owner and whoever keeps or holds himself out as keeping a public lodging
house or lodging unit without being duly licensed as hereinbefore provided, and
whoever is concerned or financially interested in any public lodging house or lodging
unit, the keeper of which is not so licensed, shall be punished by a fine of not less
than five hundred dollars. (Prior Ch. 20 sec. 8).Section 5-65 of Woburn's Municipal Code (ch. 5 pt. X) establishes a financial penalty for operating a public lodging house or lodging unit without the required license. The rule applies not only to the person directly running the unlicensed establishment, but also to anyone with a financial interest in it. A minimum fine of $500 is imposed on any party found in violation, regardless of their specific role in the operation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 5-65 of Woburn's lodging house regulations, compliant operators maintain a current, valid license before opening or continuing to operate a public lodging house or lodging unit. Operators who have investors, co-owners, or other financially interested parties should be aware that those individuals are also subject to the $500 minimum fine if the establishment is found to be unlicensed. Keeping licensing documentation current and accessible is a standard practice for operators seeking to remain in compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 5-65 of Woburn Municipal Code ch. 5 pt. X gives residents and lodgers a basis to verify whether the lodging house or unit they occupy is properly licensed, since operating without a license is a punishable offense. If a tenant has reason to believe their lodging house is being operated without the required license, they may report the concern to the relevant Woburn municipal authority or consult a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Awareness of this provision can be relevant when evaluating the legal standing of a lodging arrangement.
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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