Condominium and HOA records access in Massachusetts
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| Who may request | Unit owners and first mortgagees; nonprofit HOA members |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 10 business days for a 6(d); no records deadline |
| Fees | No caps; the 6(d) certificate costs a reasonable fee |
| Complaints | Court only; no regulator, tribunal or ombudsman |
| Penalty | None for condos; actual damages in nonprofit HOAs |
| Country | United States |
| Checked against official text | October 30, 2026 |
In Massachusetts, the law sets who may see the records of an organization of unit owners, how quickly they must be provided, what may be charged for them, and where an owner can complain.[1][2][3] This summary was checked against the official text on October 30, 2026.
This is general information, not legal advice. Check the official text in the references before relying on it.
Who may request records
Unit owners and first mortgagees; nonprofit HOA members.
Deadlines
None for records; 6(d) in 10 business days.
Fees
| Certificate | 6(d) certificate: reasonable fee, no cap; 10 business days |
|---|---|
| Other documents | Copies at the requester's expense; no cap |
Complaints and penalties
| Where to complain | Court only; no regulator, tribunal or ombudsman |
|---|---|
| Penalty for not complying | None for condos; actual damages in nonprofit HOAs |
References
- M.G.L. c.183A s.6,.
- M.G.L. c.183A s.10,.
- M.G.L. c.183A ss.1, 5, 8, 9, 11 to 23 (checked for records, fee and reserve provisions; none beyond s.1 definition of "replacement reserve fund"),.
- M.G.L. c.183A s.4,.
- M.G.L. c.180 s.18,.
- M.G.L. c.156B s.32,.
- St. 2017, c.110 (s.22 and the emergency preamble),.
- Joint Rules of the General Court, Rule 12A (amended June 26, 2025),.
- S.980 (194th), bill text and history,.
- H.4826 (194th),.
- S.897 (192nd), text and history,.
- H.689 (190th), history,.
See also: records law in other jurisdictions.