Glastonbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-112
Multiple dwelling units to be equipped with positive locking devices
Operative Text
Every entrance or exit to every dwelling unit within a multiple dwelling unit complex shall be equipped with a positive locking device requiring engagement after closing the door. Such locking device shall contain a dead bolt which when in locked position, shall have a throw of not less than one (1) inch and shall not be beveled.
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-112 requires that every door used as an entrance or exit to a dwelling unit in a multi-unit residential building be fitted with a specific type of lock. The lock must include a dead bolt that extends at least one inch when engaged and has a flat (non-beveled) bolt face. Notably, the lock must require active engagement after the door is closed — it cannot rely on a self-latching mechanism alone.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-112, compliant property operators ensure that every entrance and exit door of each dwelling unit in a multi-unit complex is outfitted with a qualifying dead bolt lock. Operators typically verify that each dead bolt has a throw of at least one inch in the locked position and that the bolt face is not beveled. Routine inspections of locking hardware — including checks after tenant turnover or any door replacement — are a common practice for maintaining compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-112 gives residents of multi-unit buildings the right to have their unit's entrance and exit doors equipped with a proper dead bolt lock meeting specific standards. If a tenant finds that their unit's locks do not include a qualifying dead bolt — one with at least a one-inch throw and a non-beveled bolt — that may constitute a violation of this provision. Tenants who believe their unit is not in compliance can document the condition, notify their landlord in writing, and explore options such as contacting the local housing or code enforcement office or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance.
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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