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Massachusetts Lease renewal / non-renewal notice

Last reviewed 2026-10-22

Does a landlord have to give notice before not renewing a lease in Massachusetts?

No state statute requiring advance notice of lease renewal or nonrenewal for a fixed-term lease was found in Mass. Gen. Laws chapter 186.

Verified Source: Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 186 · last checked 2026-10-22

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