R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 42-11.2 § 42-11.2-1
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This chapter shall be known and may be cited as "The Affordable Housing Opportunity Act of 1988."
Rhode Island General Laws chapter 42-11.2, section 42-11.2-1 establishes the official name of this body of law: 'The Affordable Housing Opportunity Act of 1988.' This is a naming or 'short title' provision, meaning it does not impose requirements or grant rights on its own, but it gives the chapter a recognizable label for citation and reference purposes. The substance of the law's requirements and protections appears in the sections that follow.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Rhode Island may encounter references to 'The Affordable Housing Opportunity Act of 1988' in regulatory documents, notices, or compliance materials — all of which point back to R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 42-11.2, section 42-11.2-1 and the broader chapter it names. Understanding that this title refers to the same statutory chapter helps operators correctly identify the applicable rules when reviewing housing-related obligations. The operative requirements that affect day-to-day management are found in the substantive sections of chapter 42-11.2.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants in Rhode Island may see references to 'The Affordable Housing Opportunity Act of 1988' in housing documents or legal proceedings, and R.I. Gen. Laws ch. 42-11.2, section 42-11.2-1 confirms that this name refers to the full chapter 42-11.2. Because this provision is solely a naming clause, any rights or protections available under the Act are defined in the chapters that follow. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help explain how the substantive provisions of this chapter 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.
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