Bloomfield, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-13
Stoves and refrigerators
Operative Text
Each stove or similar device for cooking food and each refrigerator or similar device for the safe storage of food at temperatures less than forty-one degrees Fahrenheit (41°F) but more than thirty-two degrees Fahrenheit (32°F) under ordinary summer conditions in a dwelling unit shall be properly installed and maintained, and all necessary connections for safe and efficient operation shall be made. Each such stove and/or refrigerator shall be maintained in a sanitary condition.
Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-13 establishes that every dwelling unit must be equipped with a properly installed and functioning stove (or equivalent cooking device) and a refrigerator (or equivalent food-storage device capable of maintaining temperatures between 32°F and 41°F under typical summer conditions). Both appliances must be connected safely for efficient operation and kept in a sanitary condition. The rule applies to the appliances themselves as well as all associated connections and fittings.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-13, operators of residential dwelling units generally ensure that stoves and refrigerators are professionally installed with all necessary utility connections in place before a unit is occupied. Compliant operators routinely inspect these appliances to confirm they operate safely and efficiently, and they address sanitation concerns — such as grease buildup or mold — promptly. Maintenance records documenting inspections and repairs can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-13 gives tenants the right to a properly installed, safely connected, and sanitary stove and refrigerator in their dwelling unit. If a cooking or food-storage appliance is broken, improperly connected, or unsanitary, tenants may document the condition in writing and notify their landlord of the deficiency. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with Bloomfield's local housing or code-enforcement office, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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