860 R.I. Code R. 00-00-2 § 860-RICR-00-00-2 § 2.3
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These rules and regulations shall be liberally construed to permit HRC to effectuate state law, and to allow tenants to exercise their rights as stipulated herein.
Section 2.3 of 860 RICR 00-00-2 establishes that the rules and regulations governing the Housing Resources Commission (HRC) are to be interpreted broadly and generously, rather than narrowly or restrictively. The purpose of this interpretive directive is twofold: to enable the HRC to carry out Rhode Island state law effectively, and to ensure that tenants can fully exercise the rights set out in these regulations. This kind of liberal construction clause signals that ambiguities in the rules should generally be resolved in a way that advances those twin goals.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 2.3 of 860 RICR 00-00-2, property owners and managers operating under HRC jurisdiction should be aware that the regulations are designed to be read expansively rather than narrowly. This means that when questions arise about the scope of tenant rights or HRC authority, the interpretive default favors broader application of the rules. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full scope of HRC regulations and do not rely on narrow or technical readings to limit tenant protections.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 2.3 of 860 RICR 00-00-2 is a foundational protection for tenants: it directs that the HRC's rules be interpreted liberally to support the exercise of tenant rights. In practice, this means that if there is ambiguity about whether a right or protection applies in a given situation, the rules are meant to be read in a way that supports access to those rights. Tenants who believe their rights under these regulations have not been honored may consider raising this interpretive principle when filing a complaint with the HRC or consulting a tenant-rights organization for 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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