An Act relative to consumer rights of renters
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes the rules regarding lease agreements in Massachusetts. Specifically, it limits the amount of advance notice a landlord or their agent can require when a new lease is signed, prohibiting them from requiring leases more than four months in advance of the current lease’s termination date. This aims to provide renters with more flexibility and time to find new housing.
Key provisions
- Landlords cannot require leases signed more than four months in advance of the current lease's end date.
- This amendment applies to residential properties.
- The change is made through an amendment to existing General Law.
- The Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure sponsored the bill.
Who is affected
- Renters
- Landlords
- Property Agents
Notable changes
- This bill modifies existing law (Section 15B of Chapter 186) to restrict lease advance notice requirements.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
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