Massachusetts H2542 mandates sanitation code compliance for rental unit infestations.
Massachusetts H2542 amends the State Sanitary Code to address sanitation code violations related to infestations in rental units. The bill requires owners to initiate extermination protocols before signing a lease agreement and to verify in writing that the unit is free of infestations. Tenants are exempt from liability for damages if an infestation is confirmed within 30 days of signing the lease. Owners must inspect units for infestations within 10 business days of knowledge and retain a certified applicator to confirm infestations.
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