Bridgeport, Conn., Mun. Code §§ 15.12, 15.28 § 15.12.410
Board of condemnation continued (Bridgeport Housing Code)
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There shall continue to be a board of condemnation which shall consist of the municipal building official, the chief of the fire department or his/her designee, the director of planning and economic development or his/her designee, an engineer from the office of the city engineer, and the director of health.
Section 15.12.410 of the Bridgeport Municipal Code establishes the ongoing existence of a Board of Condemnation, a multi-agency body responsible for evaluating properties that may be unfit for occupancy or otherwise subject to condemnation proceedings. The board is composed of five designated city officials, including the municipal building official, the fire chief or designee, the planning and economic development director or designee, a city engineer, and the director of health. This cross-departmental structure ensures that condemnation decisions draw on expertise in building safety, fire safety, land use, engineering, and public health.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers in Bridgeport should be aware that under §§ 15.12 and 15.28, § 15.12.410, condemnation determinations are made by a standing multi-agency board rather than a single official. Compliant operators generally maintain their properties in a condition that satisfies the standards overseen by each of the board's member agencies—building code, fire safety, planning, engineering, and health. Understanding the board's composition can help property owners anticipate which city departments may be involved if a property is flagged for inspection or review.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Bridgeport Municipal Code § 15.12.410, tenants living in properties that may be unsafe or substandard should know that condemnation authority rests with a formal Board of Condemnation made up of multiple city officials. If a tenant believes a property poses serious health or safety risks, general enforcement paths include contacting the relevant member agencies—such as the building department, fire department, or health department—to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Bridgeport's housing code can help residents understand how the board's process may affect their housing situation.
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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