Right to Shelter
/ˈraɪt tə ˈʃɛltər/
Definitions
- (n.) A legally recognized entitlement to access shelter, often grounded in human rights, social welfare, or constitutional protections.
The court affirmed the municipality's obligation to uphold the right to shelter for all homeless individuals.
- (n.) An obligation imposed on governments or authorities to provide temporary accommodation to individuals lacking housing.
Under the right to shelter, the city must offer emergency lodging during severe weather conditions.
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Commentary
The right to shelter is often intertwined with broader housing rights and social welfare law, requiring precise statutory or constitutional grounding to impose enforceable duties on governments.
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