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Westfield, MA local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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Rental licensing / registrationRental housing covered by this code must be registered, licensed or permitted with the city.

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Rental licensing / registration

Rental housing covered by this code must be registered, licensed or permitted with the city. The code states: "No person shall rent, lease, let or otherwise contract for the rental of a room or rooms to a person or persons other than members of their family without first obtaining a permit to do so from the superintendent of buildings" (§ 6-88).

Verified Source: Westfield Code of Ordinances § 6-88 · last checked 2026-10-16

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