D.C. Code tit. 42 § 42-2851.01
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This chapter may be referred to as the “Low-Income Housing Preservation and Protections Act of 2002”.
D.C. Code § 42-2851.01 et seq. establishes the official short title of this chapter of District of Columbia law as the "Low-Income Housing Preservation and Protections Act of 2002." This naming provision allows the chapter to be cited and referenced by that title in legal documents, legislation, and public discourse. The substantive rights, obligations, and protections created by the Act are found in the sections that follow this introductory provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in the District of Columbia should be aware that D.C. Code § 42-2851.01 et seq. is formally known as the "Low-Income Housing Preservation and Protections Act of 2002." When reviewing compliance obligations or responding to regulatory inquiries related to low-income housing, operators generally use this citation to locate and reference the governing chapter. The short title provision itself does not impose operational requirements, but it anchors the broader statutory framework that does.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
D.C. Code § 42-2851.01 et seq., officially titled the "Low-Income Housing Preservation and Protections Act of 2002," is the chapter of D.C. law that may provide protections relevant to low-income housing situations in the District. Tenants who believe their housing may be covered by this Act can use this citation when researching their rights or when communicating with tenant-rights organizations or housing agencies. The sections following this short-title provision contain the substantive protections and remedies that may be relevant to a tenant's circumstances.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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