State law reference — Lodging houses in general, M.G.L.A. c. 140, §§ 22-32.
[Gen. Ords. 1962, § 9-17; Ord. No. 23721, § 1, 9-9-1974; Ord. No. 26914, 5-14-1990]
The City Council may grant licenses for lodging houses. Such licenses shall expire on December 31 of each year, but they may be granted during December to take effect on January 1 following. Every person so licensed shall pay to the City Clerk, for the use of the City, $50 for each license granted.