Property Management
Under Massachusetts law, a residential landlord must maintain all common areas of the building in:
AWhatever condition the tenants leave them
BA clean, sanitary, and safe condition per the State Sanitary Code✓ Correct
CThe condition specified in the lease
DA condition approved by the local building department only
Explanation
Massachusetts landlords are responsible for maintaining common areas (stairways, hallways, laundry rooms, etc.) in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition meeting State Sanitary Code standards.
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