Cal. Civ. Code § 17
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§ 17. Short title. This act shall be known and may be cited as the emergency housing rent control law.
Section 17 of New York's Unconsol. Law (Emerg. Housing Rent Control Law) establishes the official name of the statute. The act is formally designated as the 'emergency housing rent control law,' which is the title used when the law is cited in legal documents, court proceedings, and official references. This naming provision does not impose any obligations or grant any rights on its own—it simply identifies the law.
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Section 17 sets the official short title of this statute as the 'emergency housing rent control law,' which is the citation landlords and property managers will encounter in leases, regulatory notices, and administrative proceedings governed by this act. Operators who manage properties subject to this law generally ensure that any internal documents or communications referencing the statute use its correct official title. Understanding the proper citation helps avoid confusion when reviewing compliance obligations found elsewhere in the act.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 17 identifies the law that may protect certain tenants as the 'emergency housing rent control law,' and knowing this official title helps tenants locate the correct statute when researching their rights. Tenants who believe this law applies to their housing situation can reference § 17 to confirm they are looking at the right act when reviewing rent control protections. Tenant-rights organizations and local rent boards can help clarify whether this particular law covers a specific rental unit.
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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