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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Attorney General's Office Orders Newton Landlord to Pay $75,000, De-lead Units

Keith L. Miller owns at least 24 properties in Chelsea, Newton, Arlington and Brighton.

The Massachusetts Attorney General's Office has ordered a Newton landlord to pay $75,000 and de-lead his rental units after he allegedly violated state housing, lead paint, consumer protection and anti-discrimination laws.  Keith L. Miller, of Newton, owned and managed at least 24 residential units in Newton, Chelsea, Arlington and Brighton, according to a press release issued today by Attorney General Martha Coakley's Office.  “In a rental market as large as Greater Boston’s, it’s important that tenants know their rights and that landlords follow the law,” Coakley said in the press release. “This settlement demonstrates that there are serious consequences for landlords who would sacrifice public safety to save a few dollars.” The consent …

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