Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 30-A, §§ 4971–4978, 4743, 4994-D § 4977
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The Maine State Housing Authority may adopt rules in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act , Title 5, chapter 375 , to implement this subchapter.
Section 4977 of 30-A M.R.S. §§ 4971 et seq. grants the Maine State Housing Authority the power to create formal administrative rules that carry out the requirements of the housing tenants subchapter. Any such rules must be developed through the process established by Maine's Administrative Procedure Act (Title 5, chapter 375), which typically involves public notice and comment. This rulemaking authority allows the agency to fill in operational details that the statute itself does not specify.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 30-A M.R.S. § 4977, the Maine State Housing Authority is empowered to issue binding rules that implement the housing tenants subchapter, and those rules carry the same legal weight as the statute. Property owners and managers generally monitor the Maine State Housing Authority's rulemaking activity to stay current with any regulations adopted under this authority. Keeping track of rules promulgated through the Title 5, chapter 375 process helps operators understand the full scope of their compliance obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 4977 of 30-A M.R.S. §§ 4971 et seq. means that the Maine State Housing Authority can issue official rules that expand on or clarify tenant protections established in the housing tenants subchapter. Because these rules go through the Maine Administrative Procedure Act process, members of the public—including tenants—generally have an opportunity to participate during the comment period before rules are finalized. Tenants who want to understand the full set of applicable requirements may consult the Maine State Housing Authority's published rules or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance.
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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