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ACS Compliance Checklist (Landlord Version)
Legal Protection • Professionalism • Safety
Landlord compliance protects:
✔ Your property
✔ Your income
✔ Your legal standing
✔ Your inspection results
✔ Your tenants’ safety
✔ Your peace of mind
The ACS Compliance Checklist (Landlord Version) is a structured 10-page system designed to help Massachusetts landlords operate legally, professionally, and inspection-ready.
Compliance isn’t optional.
It’s protection.
What This Checklist Covers:
✔ Sanitary code requirements
✔ Maintenance & repair response standards
✔ Documentation compliance systems
✔ Fair Housing & screening practices
✔ City & Section 8 inspection readiness
✔ Financial compliance requirements
✔ Legal compliance standards
✔ Professional communication practices
Inside this structured system, you’ll review:
• Heat, hot water, and safety standards
• Smoke & CO detector placement
• Repair response timelines
• Maintenance logs & photo documentation
• Lead paint forms (pre-1978 properties)
• Security deposit escrow requirements
• Annual interest statements
• Proper notice timelines
• Retaliation & self-help eviction prohibitions
• Late fee rules (MA law: after 30 days only)
• Section 8 HQS compliance
• Screening consistency & discrimination safeguards
Strong landlords build systems before problems happen.
This checklist helps you stay compliant, reduce legal risk, and avoid preventable court exposure.
Instant digital download.
Important Disclaimer
This checklist is provided by Assertive Consultation Services, LLC for educational and administrative purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Landlord-tenant laws vary by jurisdiction and may change. While this checklist includes Massachusetts-specific considerations, landlords are responsible for verifying all local, state, and federal compliance requirements applicable to their property.
For legal representation, eviction filings, or complex disputes, consult a licensed attorney.
This resource is licensed for single-user use only. Redistribution, resale, or sharing is prohibited.
Ready to Reduce Legal Risk and Operate Professionally?
Download the ACS Compliance Checklist (Landlord Version) and review your systems before inspections, tenant turnover, or disputes arise.
If you would like a Personalized Compliance Review, schedule a Landlord Compliance Consultation with ACS.
✔ Security deposit compliance audit
✔ Lease & addendum review
✔ Screening policy evaluation
✔ Inspection preparation guidance
✔ Eviction process structure review
✔ Fair Housing risk assessment
Book your consultation here:
[Book Now]
Professional landlords don’t guess.
They operate from structure.
Legal Protection • Professionalism • Safety
Landlord compliance protects:
✔ Your property
✔ Your income
✔ Your legal standing
✔ Your inspection results
✔ Your tenants’ safety
✔ Your peace of mind
The ACS Compliance Checklist (Landlord Version) is a structured 10-page system designed to help Massachusetts landlords operate legally, professionally, and inspection-ready.
Compliance isn’t optional.
It’s protection.
What This Checklist Covers:
✔ Sanitary code requirements
✔ Maintenance & repair response standards
✔ Documentation compliance systems
✔ Fair Housing & screening practices
✔ City & Section 8 inspection readiness
✔ Financial compliance requirements
✔ Legal compliance standards
✔ Professional communication practices
Inside this structured system, you’ll review:
• Heat, hot water, and safety standards
• Smoke & CO detector placement
• Repair response timelines
• Maintenance logs & photo documentation
• Lead paint forms (pre-1978 properties)
• Security deposit escrow requirements
• Annual interest statements
• Proper notice timelines
• Retaliation & self-help eviction prohibitions
• Late fee rules (MA law: after 30 days only)
• Section 8 HQS compliance
• Screening consistency & discrimination safeguards
Strong landlords build systems before problems happen.
This checklist helps you stay compliant, reduce legal risk, and avoid preventable court exposure.
Instant digital download.
Important Disclaimer
This checklist is provided by Assertive Consultation Services, LLC for educational and administrative purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Landlord-tenant laws vary by jurisdiction and may change. While this checklist includes Massachusetts-specific considerations, landlords are responsible for verifying all local, state, and federal compliance requirements applicable to their property.
For legal representation, eviction filings, or complex disputes, consult a licensed attorney.
This resource is licensed for single-user use only. Redistribution, resale, or sharing is prohibited.
Ready to Reduce Legal Risk and Operate Professionally?
Download the ACS Compliance Checklist (Landlord Version) and review your systems before inspections, tenant turnover, or disputes arise.
If you would like a Personalized Compliance Review, schedule a Landlord Compliance Consultation with ACS.
✔ Security deposit compliance audit
✔ Lease & addendum review
✔ Screening policy evaluation
✔ Inspection preparation guidance
✔ Eviction process structure review
✔ Fair Housing risk assessment
Book your consultation here:
[Book Now]
Professional landlords don’t guess.
They operate from structure.

