The bill amends Section 45-24.3-17 of the General Laws concerning the Housing Maintenance and Occupancy Code. It introduces new requirements for housing code enforcement officers when issuing a notice of violation for housing code failures. Specifically, the bill mandates that the notice must be served not only to the owner, occupant, operator, or agent but also directly to the residents affected by the violations. This can be done in person or via certified or registered mail, and the notice must be made available for review at a local municipal code enforcement office upon request.

Additionally, the bill requires that the enforcing officer notify tenant-occupants of any hearings related to the alleged violations, either by certified mail or by posting a copy of the summons in a conspicuous place in or around the dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming unit, or structure where the violations are alleged to exist.

The bill aims to enhance communication with tenants regarding housing code violations and ensure compliance with established regulations. It takes effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5267: 45-24.3-17