Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 860 - Housing Resources Commission
Chapter 00 - N/A
Subchapter 00 - N/A
Part 2 - Rules and Regulations Governing Lead Hazard Mitigation
Section 860-RICR-00-00-2.7 - Tenant Rights

Universal Citation: 860 RI Code of Rules 00 00 2.7

Current through September 18, 2024

A. Tenants shall have the right to file a complaint with HRC if the Owner's response to a Notice of Deteriorating Conditions is unsatisfactory or if the lead hazard mitigation performed is unsatisfactory.

B. Tenants shall have the right to voluntarily notify the Owner of any At-Risk Occupants, potential or otherwise, at any point before, during, or after unit Turnover. At-Risk Occupants have the right to lead safe housing.

C. Households that include an At-Risk Occupant shall have the right of a private action to seek injunctive relief from a court with jurisdiction against the Owner to compel lead safe compliance. A person who prevails is entitled to an award of the costs of the litigation and reasonable attorney's fees in an amount to be fixed by the court.

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