Glastonbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-152
Defects requiring condemnation
Operative Text
Any dwellings or dwelling units found to have any of the following defects shall be condemned as unfit for human habitation and shall be so designated and placarded by the director of health: (1) One which is so damaged, decayed, dilapidated, unsanitary, unsafe, or vermin-infested that it creates a serious hazard to the health or safety of the occupants or of the public. (2) One which lacks illumination, ventilation, or sanitation facilities adequate to protect the health or safety of the occupants or of the public as prescribed by the provisions of this division. (3) One which because of its general condition or location is unsanitary, or otherwise dangerous to the health or safety of the occupants or of the public.
Under Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-152, a dwelling or dwelling unit that meets certain threshold conditions — such as being severely damaged, decayed, dilapidated, vermin-infested, or lacking adequate lighting, ventilation, or sanitation — must be officially condemned as unfit for human habitation. When such conditions are found, the director of health is required to formally designate and placcard the property. The rule covers not only hazards to current occupants but also hazards to the general public.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-152 generally maintain their units in a condition that avoids the defects enumerated in this provision — including structural decay, pest infestations, and inadequate ventilation or sanitation. A compliant operator routinely inspects properties and addresses deteriorating conditions before they rise to the level that triggers condemnation and placarding by the director of health. Keeping documentation of maintenance and remediation efforts is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
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 § 9-152 establishes that tenants living in dwellings with serious hazards — such as severe dilapidation, vermin infestations, or inadequate sanitation — have a basis to seek official intervention through the local director of health, who holds the authority to condemn and placard such units. Tenants who believe their unit meets the conditions described in this provision may consider documenting the defects and contacting the Glastonbury health department to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options may be available when a unit is condemned or at risk of condemnation.
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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