Yarmouth, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 108 § 108-1
Definitions (Yarmouth Occupancy of Buildings)
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As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated: PERSON The owner of any building and the owner's agent and employees, and includes an individual, partnership, corporation, trust or association. TENANT Tenant, lessee, holder of a lease and any licensee or invitee of such tenant, and includes an individual, partnership, corporation, trust or association.
Yarmouth, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 108 § 108-1 establishes the foundational definitions that govern the rest of Chapter 108. Under this provision, 'Person' is defined broadly to include not just building owners but also their agents and employees, as well as various legal entities such as partnerships, corporations, trusts, and associations. Similarly, 'Tenant' encompasses not only the primary leaseholder but also licensees and invitees of that tenant, and likewise extends to a range of legal entities beyond just individuals.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Yarmouth, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 108 § 108-1, the definition of 'Person' captures owners, their agents, and their employees, meaning that obligations and responsibilities established elsewhere in Chapter 108 can apply to property managers and staff acting on an owner's behalf. Compliant operators generally ensure that anyone acting as their agent or employee is aware of the duties Chapter 108 imposes, since those individuals fall within the chapter's scope. Understanding this broad definition helps property owners and managers recognize the full range of parties who may be held accountable under the chapter's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Yarmouth, Mass., Code of Bylaws CH. 108 § 108-1 defines 'Tenant' expansively to include not only the person who signed a lease but also licensees and invitees of that tenant, as well as partnerships, corporations, trusts, and associations. This means that protections and obligations established elsewhere in Chapter 108 may extend to a broader group of occupants and guests than just the named leaseholder. Tenants who believe their rights under Chapter 108 are implicated may wish to review the full chapter, consult a local tenant-rights organization, or contact the relevant local authority for guidance on how these definitions 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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