Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 140 Section 22, four or more unrelated persons living together constitute a Lodging House and require a Lodging House License.

All applicants must seek approval from the Select Board before a license can be issued.

All applicants need to apply for a Public Safety Inspection provided by the Building Inspector ($60 Fee) in order for the Select Board to issue a license to operate a lodging house. Contact the Building Department to schedule an  inspection at 978-433-0329. After the license is issued, this inspection is done annually.

Lodging House License is valid January 1st to December 31st and renewed annually.

Annual Fee: $ 25.00 made payable to the Town of Pepperell

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The Town of Pepperell has issued the following Lodging House Licenses:

• JH Eshleman Lodging House / 125 South Road
• 17 Park Street
• 113-115 Park Street
• Maplewood Farm / 1 Chestnut Street
• The Independent Living Facility / 12 Hollis Street