Groton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9 art. IV div. 2 (2026) § 9-128
Notice of violation (Groton Art. IV Div. 2: Administration and Enforcement)
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Whenever the housing official determines that there are reasonable grounds to believe that there has been a violation of any provision of this article, he shall give notice of such alleged violation to the person responsible therefor, as provided. Such notice shall comply with the following: (1) Be in writing. (2) Include a statement of the reason why it is being issued with reference to the specific section of the code under violation, together with a copy thereof attached. (3) Be served upon the owner or his agent, or the occupant, as the case may require, provided that such notice shall be deemed to be properly served upon such owner or agent, or upon such occupant, if a copy thereof is sent by registered or certified mail to his last known address, or if a copy thereof is posted in a conspicuous place in or about the dwelling affected by the notice, or if he is served with notice by any other method authorized or required under the laws of the state. (4) Contain an outline of remedial action which, if taken, will effect compliance with the provisions of this article and with rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto. (5) Provide a reasonable and definite amount of time for the completion of corrections of any and all violations. The reasonable time allowed to effect repairs shall begin to run the day on which the notice of violation is served, unless such person shall have requested a hearing, in which case the time allowed shall begin to run on the date of the final decision of the board of appeals. (6) After the passage of the period of time allowed for the correction of any alleged violation, the housing official shall reinspect the dwelling, dwelling unit, or premises described in the notice, following the procedure detailed in section 9-127 . (7) If such consent of reinspection is refused, he shall apply for a search warrant describing the dwelling, dwelling unit, or premises in question, as well as the specific violations contained in the notice of violation. Upon procurement of a duly issued search warrant, the housing official is hereby authorized to enter, inspect, examine and survey the described dwelling, dwelling unit, or premises for the purpose of determining whether there has been compliance with the notice of violation. (8) If the dwelling, dwelling unit or premises are found upon inspection or reinspection to be in compliance with the provisions of this article, a certificate of compliance shall be issued. If the corrective action indicated in the notice of violation has not been completed and the dwelling, dwelling unit or premises remain in violation of the article or regulations issued pursuant thereto, the owner or persons responsible shall be subject to prosecution in accordance with section 9-139 .
Section 9-128 of Groton's housing code establishes the formal process by which the housing official notifies responsible parties of alleged housing violations. The notice must be written, cite the specific code section violated, describe the corrective steps needed, and set a reasonable deadline for completing repairs. If the violation is not corrected within the allowed time, the housing official is authorized to reinspect—using a search warrant if necessary—and may refer unresolved violations for prosecution under section 9-139.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 9-128, a compliant property owner or manager who receives a written notice of violation takes care to review the cited code section, understand the specific remedial actions outlined in the notice, and complete all corrections within the stated deadline. The compliance clock generally starts running on the date the notice is served, though owners who request a hearing before the board of appeals have their correction period begin on the date of the final decision. Operators who address violations fully can expect the housing official to issue a certificate of compliance following reinspection; those who do not may face prosecution under section 9-139.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 9-128 establishes procedural protections that govern how violation notices must be issued, ensuring that the responsible party—whether owner or occupant—receives written notice with a clear explanation of what is wrong and what must be fixed. Tenants who believe a housing violation exists in their dwelling may report conditions to the local housing official, who is then obligated to follow the formal notice and reinspection process described in this provision. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help occupants understand how this process applies to their situation and what options may be available if violations remain unaddressed.
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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