Legal Framework

• Author: John Dickie/David Lyman
• Pages: 9-20

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Legal Framework

Learning Outcomes

After reading this chapter, you will be able to:

• Identify the parts and sections of the Residential

Tenancies Act, 2006

• Distinguish between the regulations, rules, and

guidelines governing residential landlord and tenant

relationships

• Explain the nature of case law and other sources of

the law

The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 ...... 10

The Regulations Made Under the RTA .... 13

Rules of Procedure and

Practice Directions .................. 14

Interpretation Guidelines ............... 15

Case Law .............................. 15

Relevant Texts ......................... 18

Conclusion ............................. 19

Key Terms ............................. 20

Review Questions ...................... 20

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