Just about ever property owner (or renter) in Boston has had an encounter with a green "Code Violation" ticket given by Boston's Inspectional Services Department (ISD) for improperly disposing of trash, failure to shovel snow on the sidewalk, etc.
Many people disregard them because there was no real consequence if it was not paid. However, after years of effort, the City has been able to get some "teeth" into their ability to collect these fines from property owners and residents.
On February 10, 2010, the Governor signed into law a measure that would allow cities and towns to include the fine amount in the property owner's tax bill if it went unpaid and as a last resort, place a lien on the property.
For a full description of the law - just visit - http://www.mass.gov/legis/laws/seslaw10/sl100026.htm
Gary Dwyer, CRS, GRI, ABR, REALTOR
Buyer Agents of Boston, LLC - Exclusive Buyer Agents Serving Greater Boston
806 Tremont St, #2
Boston, MA 02118
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