Amherst, MA local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Massachusetts landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rental licensing / registration | Yes. |
Details & sources
Rental licensing / registration
Yes. Owners may not rent residential rental property, any dwelling unit, or rooms in a lodging house until the Residential Rental Permit (or a conditional permit) has been issued, and exempt owners must submit evidence of their exemption before renting (General Bylaw 3.50, § D). Applications list each owner and a person-in-charge and whether the property is used for short-term rentals; changes in the person-in-charge must be reported within 14 days (§ F). Property rented less than 14 days in total in a calendar year is exempt (§ E). Violations carry a $300 fine.
Verified Source: Amherst General Bylaws § 3.50 (Residential Rental Property), §§ D–F · last checked 2026-10-16
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