Massachusetts § 134 - Necessary changes; action for proportion of expense
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 134 — Necessary changes; action for proportion of expense, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 134. Necessary changes; action for proportion of expense
Section 134. The owner, lessee or occupant of every such establishment shall make the changes necessary to conform thereto. If such changes are made upon the order of an inspector by the occupant or lessee, he may, within thirty days after completion, bring an action against any other person having an interest in such premises, and may recover such proportion of the expense of making such changes as the court adjudges should justly and equitably be borne by the defendant.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 134
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 134 cover?
Section 134 ("Necessary changes; action for proportion of expense") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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