860 R.I. Code R. 00-00-2 § 860-RICR-00-00-2 § 2.2
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The purpose of this Part is to establish rules and regulations under the Housing Resources Commission (HRC) Lead Hazard Mitigation Program for owners of pre-1978 residential rental properties, tenants, and licensed lead professionals to achieve lead safe compliance, and their respective rights and responsibilities. In developing these rules and regulations, the HRC considered regulatory guidelines set forth in R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-128.1-5(b).
Section 860-RICR-00-00-2 § 2.2 establishes the foundational purpose of Rhode Island's Lead Hazard Mitigation Program, administered by the Housing Resources Commission (HRC). The provision sets out a regulatory framework governing owners of pre-1978 residential rental properties, tenants, and licensed lead professionals, with the shared goal of achieving lead-safe compliance. It also notes that the HRC drew on the statutory guidelines found in R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-128.1-5(b) when crafting these rules.
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Under 860-RICR-00-00-2 § 2.2, owners of pre-1978 residential rental properties are among the primary parties whose rights and responsibilities are defined by the HRC Lead Hazard Mitigation Program. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full regulatory framework established under this Part, since it sets the foundation for all lead-safe compliance obligations that follow. Understanding the program's purpose helps property owners contextualize the specific duties and procedures outlined in subsequent sections.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 860-RICR-00-00-2 § 2.2 makes clear that tenants are explicitly recognized as stakeholders under the HRC Lead Hazard Mitigation Program, with defined rights alongside owners and licensed lead professionals. Tenants living in pre-1978 residential rental properties may look to this regulatory framework to understand the baseline protections the program is designed to provide. Those seeking more information about their rights under this program can consult the Housing Resources Commission directly or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general 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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