Enfield, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 14, art. III § 14-63
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(a) Structures encompassed. Every building, including the premises upon which such building is located, or any portion thereof used or intended to be used for residential purposes shall comply with the provisions of this housing code, irrespective of when such building shall have been constructed, altered or repaired, except as hereinafter otherwise provided. Hotels serving transient guests only, rest homes, nursing homes and convalescent homes shall be excepted from the provisions of this housing code except for those provisions expressly relating thereto or generally to all buildings or portions thereof used for human habitation. (1) Application of building code. Any alterations to buildings or changes of use therein, which may be caused directly or indirectly by the enforcement of this housing code shall be done in accordance with applicable sections of the building code of the municipality. (2) Application of zoning regulations. Nothing in this housing code shall permit the establishment or conversion of a multifamily dwelling in any zone except where permitted by the zoning regulations in appendix B; nor the continuation of such nonconforming use in any zone except as provided therein. (b) Effect of conflicting provisions. In any case where a provision of this housing code is found to be in conflict with a provision of any zoning, building, fire, safety or health ordinance or code of the town existing on the effective date of the ordinance from which this section derives, the provision which establishes the higher standard for the promotion and protection of the health and safety of the people shall prevail. (c) Existing remedies. Nothing in this housing code shall be deemed to abolish, impair or preclude recourse to existing remedies or enforcement devices of the municipality or its officers or agencies relating to the removal or demolition of any buildings which are deemed to be dangerous, unsafe or unsanitary or relating to the correction of conditions found to be substandard under the provisions of this housing code. Such other existing remedies or enforcement devices shall continue to exist as alternatives in addition to those provided under this housing code.
Enfield Code of Ordinances ch. 14, art. III § 14-63 establishes that virtually all residential buildings in Enfield — regardless of when they were built, altered, or repaired — must comply with the town's housing code. Certain facilities such as hotels serving only transient guests, rest homes, nursing homes, and convalescent homes are carved out from most of the code's requirements. When the housing code's standards conflict with those of another local ordinance (such as zoning, building, fire, safety, or health codes), the provision that sets the higher standard for public health and safety takes precedence. Existing municipal enforcement tools and remedies — including those related to dangerous or unsanitary buildings — remain available alongside the housing code's own mechanisms.
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Under Enfield Code of Ordinances ch. 14, art. III § 14-63, operators of residential properties generally ensure that every building and its premises meet the housing code's requirements, no matter how old the structure is or when it was last renovated. When enforcement of the housing code triggers alterations or changes of use, compliant operators coordinate those changes with the applicable municipal building code. Operators also verify that any multifamily use or conversion is permitted under Enfield's zoning regulations, since § 14-63 explicitly preserves zoning rules and does not override them.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Enfield Code of Ordinances ch. 14, art. III § 14-63 means that tenants in virtually any residential building in Enfield are entitled to housing that meets the town's code standards, regardless of the building's age or history. When conditions appear substandard or unsafe, this provision makes clear that multiple enforcement avenues exist — including those available to municipal officers and agencies — beyond just the housing code itself. Tenants who believe their housing falls short of these standards may consider contacting the relevant Enfield municipal authority, consulting a local tenant-rights organization, or exploring whether a complaint or defense under the housing code is appropriate to their 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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