M.G.L. c. 183A
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Massachusetts Condominium Act

Governs all condominiums created in Massachusetts. Covers creation, unit ownership, common areas, assessments, liens, management, bylaws, insurance, and termination. Massachusetts does not have a separate HOA or planned community act — non-condominium HOAs operate under CC&Rs and general nonprofit corporation law (M.G.L. c. 180).

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Verified Apr 15, 2026
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Statutory Text Verified Aug 5, 2026 · OTHER
Chapter 183A Print Page Prev ious Next Chapter 183A: CONDOMINIUMS Section 1 Definitions Section 2 Application of chapter; creation of other interests in realty Section 3 Nature of interest; sale or descent Section 4 Exclusive ownership and possession; restrictions Section 5 Interest in common areas or facilities; percentage; division Section 6 Common profits and expenses; lien Section 7 Contribution toward common expenses; liability; offset, deduction, or waiver prohibited Section 8 Master deed; recording; contents Section 8A Leasehold condominiums; rights of unit owners Section 9 Deeds of units; contents Section 10 Corporation, trust or unincorporated association; owner's interest; powers and duties; management Section 10A Installation of electric vehicle supply equipment Section 11 By-laws; mandatory provisions Section 12 By-laws; additional provisions Section 13 Claims involving common areas and facilities; liability Section 14 Taxation and betterment assessments; lien Section 15 Subdivision control law Section 16 Submission of property to this chapter Section 17 Rebuilding following casualty loss; partition upon disapproval; repair or restoration upon approval; purchase from dissenting owner Section 18 Improvements; costs Section 19 Removal from provisions of this chapter Section 20 Municipal participation in condominium organization and ownership Section 21 Multiple family condominium units; by-laws; master deed Section 22 Foreclosure of condominium development; liability of lender and developer Section 23 Prior consent for amendment of deed, trust or bylaw Section 24 Regularly scheduled or special meetings conducted by governing body of the organization of unit owners; participation by electronic means; voting
Enforcement
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Covers creation, unit ownership, common areas, assessments, liens, management, bylaws, insurance, and termination.
Governance
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Governs all condominiums created in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts does not have a separate HOA or planned community act — non-condominium HOAs operate under CC&Rs and general nonprofit corporation law (M.G.L.
Legal references last verified April 15, 2026. This content is educational and informational. It does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for legal guidance specific to your situation.
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