Maine § 1373. - Restrictions of use
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1373. — Restrictions of use, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1373.. Restrictions of use
1. Operator not to permit use for residential purposes. An operator may not knowingly permit a leased space at a self-service storage facility to be used for residential purposes.
2. Occupant not to use for residential purposes. An occupant may not use a leased space for residential purposes.
3. Occupant not to store certain goods. An occupant is prohibited from storing goods that have a dangerous, harmful, offensive or noxious impact on the self-service storage facility or its surroundings or are a nuisance to self-service storage facility occupants, the operator or operator's employees.
A. If the operator has reason to believe that an occupant is storing goods that have resulted in a condition described in this subsection, the operator may remove and dispose of the goods thus causing that condition. [PL 1989, c. 62 (NEW).]
B. Before disposing of goods under this subsection, the operator shall:
(2) Inspect the leased space at least 7 days following the notice to the occupant; and
(3) Determine whether a condition described in this subsection exists. [PL 2025, c. 164, §3 (AMD).]
C. Notwithstanding paragraph B, an operator may immediately dispose of goods under this section if they constitute a threat to health, safety or welfare. The operator shall immediately notify the occupant of this action following the procedures of paragraph B, subparagraph (1). [PL 1989, c. 62 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1373.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1373. cover?
Section 1373. ("Restrictions of use") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 1373.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 1373. apply to my situation?
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