Glastonbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-33
Inspection of dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units and premises
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The director of health is hereby authorized to make inspections to determine the condition of dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units, and premises located within the town, in order that he may perform his duty of safeguarding the health and safety of the occupants of dwellings and of the general public. For the purpose of making such inspections, the director of health is hereby authorized to enter, examine, and survey at all reasonable times, following prior written notice to owner or occupant, all dwellings, dwelling units, or rooming unit, or the person in charge thereof shall refuse to permit entry for such an inspection. Entry for such purpose shall be allowed only through a properly issued warrant in accordance with the law. Each occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit shall give the owner thereof, or his agent or employee, access to any part of such dwelling or dwelling unit or its premises, at all reasonable times for the purpose of making such repairs and/or alterations as are necessary to effect compliance with the provisions of this article or any lawful order issued pursuant to the provisions of this article.
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-33 establishes the authority of the town's director of health to inspect dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units, and premises in order to protect the health and safety of occupants and the general public. Inspections must be conducted at reasonable times and only after prior written notice has been given to the owner or occupant. If entry is refused, the director of health may only gain access through a properly issued legal warrant. Separately, occupants are required to allow owners, their agents, or employees access to the unit at reasonable times to make repairs or alterations needed to comply with this article or any lawful order issued under it.
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Under Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-33, compliant property owners and managers generally provide prior written notice before entering a unit for inspection purposes and coordinate access at reasonable times. When repairs or alterations are needed to meet the requirements of this article or a related lawful order, operators typically arrange access with occupants in a timely manner. Maintaining clear communication with tenants about scheduled entry for compliance-related work is a common practice associated with meeting the obligations described in 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 § 9-33 gives tenants the right to receive prior written notice before the director of health enters their unit for an inspection, and tenants may refuse entry if that notice has not been provided — though the director may then seek a court-issued warrant. Tenants are also obligated under this provision to allow their landlord, or the landlord's agent, access at reasonable times specifically for repairs or alterations required by this article or a related lawful order. Tenants who have questions about their rights regarding inspections or access may find it helpful to consult a local tenant-rights organization or review guidance from the Town of Glastonbury's health department.
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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