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Cambridge Code of Ordinances ch. 2.76 § 2.76.020

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Operative Text

Cambridge Code of Ordinances ch. 2.76 § 2.76.020
The Cambridge Human Rights Commission shall work with the City Manager and/or their assistants on matters pertaining to the human rights of all City residents. The main purpose for which the ordinance codified in this chapter is enacted is to protect the human rights of all the residents of the City.
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Plain English

Cambridge Code of Ordinances ch. 2.76 § 2.76.020 establishes the foundational purpose of the Cambridge Human Rights Commission, which is to protect the human rights of all city residents. The Commission is directed to collaborate with the City Manager and their assistants on human rights matters affecting the community. This provision sets the overarching intent that guides how the rest of the ordinance in Chapter 2.76 is interpreted and applied.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Cambridge Code of Ordinances ch. 2.76 § 2.76.020, the Cambridge Human Rights Commission exists to safeguard the rights of all city residents, a mandate that extends to housing-related conduct. Property owners and managers operating in Cambridge generally conduct their practices with awareness that the Commission works alongside city leadership to address human rights concerns. Familiarity with the purpose stated in this provision can help operators understand the broader framework within which more specific housing and anti-discrimination rules in Chapter 2.76 operate.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Cambridge Code of Ordinances ch. 2.76 § 2.76.020 affirms that the Cambridge Human Rights Commission is specifically charged with protecting the human rights of all city residents, including tenants. This purpose provision signals that the Commission serves as a resource and oversight body for residents who believe their rights have been affected. Tenants who feel their rights under Chapter 2.76 have been implicated may consider reaching out to the Cambridge Human Rights Commission directly or consulting a tenant-rights organization to understand available options.

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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