Greenwich, Conn., Town Code ch. 5 § 5-37
Plumbing fixtures; maintenance
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Every occupant of a dwelling unit shall keep all plumbing fixtures in a clean and sanitary condition. He shall be responsible for the exercise of a reasonable care in the proper use and operation of such fixtures.
Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-37 places the responsibility for keeping plumbing fixtures clean and sanitary on the person who occupies the dwelling unit. The rule also requires that occupants use and operate those fixtures with reasonable care. This provision focuses on day-to-day maintenance conduct rather than structural repairs or installations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-37, the cleanliness and proper use of plumbing fixtures is assigned to the occupant rather than the property owner. Compliant operators typically document the condition of plumbing fixtures at move-in and move-out to establish a baseline record. Lease agreements often reinforce this statutory duty by referencing the occupant's obligation to maintain fixtures in a sanitary condition.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-37 makes tenants directly responsible for keeping plumbing fixtures clean, sanitary, and properly used throughout their occupancy. If a dispute arises over fixture damage or unsanitary conditions, the standard of 'reasonable care' in the provision may be relevant to how responsibility is allocated between the occupant and the landlord. Tenants with questions about how this duty interacts with a landlord's repair obligations may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or review Greenwich's housing code for complementary provisions.
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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