R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 45-24.3 § 45-24.3-20
Collection and dissemination of information
Operative Text
The enforcing officer is authorized to collect and disseminate information concerning techniques of maintenance, repair, and sanitation in housing, and concerning the requirements of this chapter and applicable rules and regulations issued pursuant to it.
Rhode Island General Laws § 45-24.3-20 authorizes the designated enforcing officer to gather and share information on two broad topics: practical techniques for maintaining, repairing, and keeping housing sanitary, and the legal requirements of the housing chapter along with any rules and regulations issued under it. This provision functions as an informational outreach mandate, giving the enforcing officer an affirmative role in public education about housing standards. It does not create new substantive obligations but expands the officer's toolkit to include communication and dissemination activities.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 45-24.3-20, the enforcing officer may proactively distribute guidance materials covering maintenance, repair, and sanitation best practices, as well as the requirements of the housing chapter. Compliant property operators generally stay informed by reviewing materials and notices issued through this channel, since the information distributed can clarify what the applicable rules and regulations actually require. Engaging with officially disseminated guidance is a practical way for operators to stay current with local housing standards.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 45-24.3-20 gives the enforcing officer authority to share information about housing maintenance, repair, sanitation standards, and the legal requirements of the chapter — resources that tenants can use to better understand what conditions their housing must meet. Tenants who want to learn about applicable standards may contact the local enforcing officer's office to request informational materials distributed under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations in Rhode Island can also help interpret any guidance materials and explain how the broader chapter's requirements may apply to a given housing situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated October 15, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
Effective Timeline
References Out
No outbound references recorded yet for this provision.
References In
Rules and statutes that cite this regulation