Malden, 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 or agents must register each rental unit every year with Inspectional Services, at $25 per year. Owners living more than 25 miles away must name a resident agent. A new tenancy may not begin without a Rental Unit Inspection Certificate from the Board of Health. A provisional certificate is allowed if the inspection is done within 90 days.
Verified Source: Malden Code § 9.16 (§§ 9.16.010, 9.16.012, 9.16.020), as amended by Ord. 13-247 (Nov. 25, 2025) · last checked 2026-10-15
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