Tenant actions
Practical next steps when a landlord issue needs more than information. Each guide explains how the process works in Massachusetts, what it costs, and links to the official sources.
File a complaint against a landlord
Report an unresponsive or non-compliant landlord to the state or your local board of health.
Request a Massachusetts health inspection
Ask your local board of health to inspect your unit for State Sanitary Code violations.
Find an attorney
Connect with free legal aid or a lawyer referral service for a landlord-tenant issue.
File a small claims court claim
Sue a landlord for money owed — like a wrongfully withheld deposit — without a lawyer.
This is general information about how these processes work in Massachusetts — not legal advice, and not a guarantee of any outcome. Deadlines, fees, and procedures change and may differ by city or town. Confirm the details with the official sources linked on this page and, for advice about your situation, a licensed Massachusetts attorney.