Rhode Island General Laws 45-24.2-1. Legislative findings
It is hereby found and declared:
(1) That there exist, in the various cities and towns numerous dwellings and dwelling premises which are substandard due to dilapidation, deterioration and disrepair of dwellings and dwelling premises, structural defects, uncleanliness, lack of adequate ventilation, light, sanitary, heating, and hot water facilities, overcrowding of dwellings, occupancy of unfit dwellings, and other conditions and defects which increase the hazards of illness, disease, fire, accidents, and other calamities;
(2) That these conditions, singly or in combination, endanger the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the people of the various cities and towns, and give impetus to the development, continuation, extension, and aggravation of blighted and substandard housing conditions; and
(3) That it is a matter of legislative determination that the establishment of minimum standards for dwellings is essential to the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and general welfare.
History of Section.
P.L. 1962, ch. 87, § 1.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 45-24.2-1
- Dwelling: means any building or structure or part thereof, including hotels and rooming houses, that is used, occupied, or intended to be used or occupied for human habitation, and includes dwelling premises, appurtenances, and facilities belonging to the dwelling or usually enjoyed with it. See Rhode Island General Laws 45-24.2-2
- Dwelling premises: means the land and auxiliary buildings, used or intended to be used in connection with the dwelling. See Rhode Island General Laws 45-24.2-2