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Board discusses short-term rental enforcement; lawyer says homeowner bears responsibility for septic/bedroom approvals
Summary
The board reviewed legal advice that the homeowner—not the town—is responsible when the town approves more bedrooms than the septic allows. Board members discussed options to require Chimney Hill rental-program standards for all rentals and enforcement challenges.
The board reviewed recent legal advice regarding short-term rentals and septic/bedroom approvals and discussed enforcement options.
Paul DiPietro summarized the attorney's guidance, saying the lawyer explained that responsibility lies with the homeowner if the town grants approvals "for more bedrooms than septic allows." The board discussed possible paths including requiring all rentals to meet Chimney Hill rental-program standards, while acknowledging enforcement challenges.
Executive Director James Walker said he will attend upcoming state workshops on wastewater and drinking water to gather technical and regulatory context that could inform the association's approach.
