Bridgeport, Conn., Mun. Code §§ 15.12, 15.28 § 15.12.420
Powers of board of condemnation—Hearing and notice thereof (Bridgeport Housing Code)
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The board of condemnation is granted the power after hearing to find and determine whether any building constitutes a menace to public safety. Such board may, as part of said hearing, inspect such building and the facts observed by said board at such inspection shall constitute evidence upon which it may base its findings. Notice of hearing shall be given by the board posting in a conspicuous place on the building, at least ten days prior to the date of hearing, a notice directed to all persons having or claiming any interest in said building, designating the building sought to be condemned, the reasons therefor and the time and place of hearing. A copy of such notice shall be sent by registered mail, at least ten days prior to such hearing, to each owner at his last known address, or if such address cannot after due diligence be ascertained, then such owner at Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Under Bridgeport, Conn., Mun. Code § 15.12.420, the city's board of condemnation has authority to hold a hearing and determine whether a building poses a threat to public safety. As part of that process, board members may physically inspect the building, and what they observe during the inspection can serve as evidence in their findings. Before any hearing takes place, the board must provide at least ten days' advance notice by posting a notice prominently on the building and sending a copy by registered mail to each known owner at their last known address.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners subject to a condemnation proceeding under Bridgeport, Conn., Mun. Code § 15.12.420 can generally expect to receive notice both through a posting on the building and via registered mail sent to their last known address at least ten days before the hearing. Operators who keep their contact information current with the city are better positioned to receive timely notice and participate in the hearing process. Attending the hearing provides an opportunity to present information to the board before any findings are made.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Bridgeport, Conn., Mun. Code § 15.12.420 establishes a public process through which the board of condemnation evaluates whether a building is a menace to public safety, and the required notice posting on the building itself means occupants may become aware of a pending hearing. Tenants who see such a notice posted on their building can look into the hearing date and location, as the notice must include that information. Tenant-rights organizations in Bridgeport may be able to explain what a condemnation proceeding could mean for occupants and what options may be available.
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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