Housing Law
/ˈhaʊzɪŋ lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law governing the rights, responsibilities, and interests related to residential property and accommodations.
Housing law protects tenants from unlawful eviction.
Forms
- housing laws
Related terms
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Commentary
Housing law spans statutory and common law rules affecting residential tenancy, discrimination, public housing, and habitability standards.
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