Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts

Smoke detector certificate & intra-family transfer
My brother and I own the house I live in. If I buy my brother's half interest and record the deed, do I need to get a smoke detector certificate? What could be the result if I don't get a smoke detector certificate? No financing will be involved. Getting the certificate involves making and keeping an appointment and it is a slight bother. My question is, as a practical matter what, if anything, would happen if I recorded the deed without having obtained a smoke detector certificate? Is there a fine? Is there a penalty? Does the local fire department review recent recordings of deeds?

Asked on 3/23/09, 4:22 pm

Michael T. Dwyer LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL T. DWYER

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Re: Smoke detector certificate & intra-family transfer

The short answer is no you don't need it at all and they won't check records. It's only when you transfer to someone outside family

Answered on 3/23/09, 4:53 pm

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