13 N.C.A.C. § 13 NCAC 16 .0101
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This Chapter sets forth the rules of procedure for implementing G.S. 95, Article 19, Migrant Housing Act of North Carolina.
Section 13 NCAC 16 .0101 establishes that the rules contained in this Chapter exist to carry out the Migrant Housing Act of North Carolina, found in G.S. 95, Article 19. The provision defines the administrative and procedural framework that governs how the Act is applied and enforced. It does not itself create substantive rights or obligations but sets the stage for the more specific rules that follow in the Chapter.
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Operators who provide housing to migrant workers should understand that 13 NCAC 16 .0101 identifies the Migrant Housing Act of North Carolina (G.S. 95, Article 19) as the statutory authority underlying all rules in this Chapter. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with both the Act and the procedural rules in this Chapter to understand how inspections, complaints, and enforcement actions are conducted. Knowing the procedural foundation helps operators anticipate how regulatory interactions are structured.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Migrant workers living in employer- or labor-contractor-provided housing should know that 13 NCAC 16 .0101 anchors the entire Chapter to the Migrant Housing Act of North Carolina (G.S. 95, Article 19), which is the law designed to protect their housing conditions. This provision signals that the rules governing how complaints are filed and how violations are addressed all flow from that Act. Tenants who believe their housing does not meet required standards may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with the Migrant Housing Act for information about available remedies.
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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