Asked by Tatum Briggs on Jun 04, 2024

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Section 4003 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations provides: "No person shall rent or offer to rent any habitation or the furnishing thereof unless such habitation and its furnishings are in a clean,safe and sanitary condition,in repair and free from rodents or vermin." This is an example of a(n) :

A) statute of frauds provision.
B) implied warranty of quiet enjoyment.
C) housing code.
D) provision in accordance with the Fair Housing Act.

Housing Code

Regulations established by local governments detailing the minimum standards of safety, sanitation, and suitability that buildings must meet.

Municipal Regulations

Rules or laws established by local governments to govern behavior and enforce order within their jurisdiction.

Sanitary Condition

The state of being clean and free from infection or disease, typically applied to living environments or food production.

  • Recognize the applicability and contents of housing codes and their importance in ensuring safe, clean, and sanitary living conditions.
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Danka KnezevicJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Many cities and states have enacted housing codes that impose duties on property owners with respect to the condition of leased property.Typical of these provisions is Section 4003 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations,which provides: "No person shall rent or offer to rent any habitation or the furnishing thereof unless such habitation and its furnishings are in a clean,safe and sanitary condition,in repair and free from rodents or vermin." Such codes commonly call for the provision and maintenance of necessary services such as heat,water,and electricity,as well as suitable bathroom and kitchen facilities.