Hamden, Conn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 § 152.199
Penalty
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Whoever violates any provision of this chapter, for which another penalty is not already provided, shall be fined not less than $10 nor more than $25 or imprisoned not less than 10 days nor more than 25 days. Each day's violation shall constitute a separate offense. (Adopted 9-5-67)
The penalty provision of Hamden Ch. 152 Housing Code (§§ 152.01–152.199) establishes that any violation of the chapter not covered by a more specific penalty may result in a fine ranging from $10 to $25, imprisonment from 10 to 25 days, or both. Critically, each day that a violation continues is treated as a separate offense, meaning fines and potential jail time can accumulate over time. This provision applies as a catch-all to any section of the Hamden housing code that does not already specify its own penalty.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Hamden Ch. 152 Housing Code (§§ 152.01–152.199) generally maintain ongoing compliance with all chapter requirements, since the penalty provision treats each day of a continuing violation as a distinct offense. A compliant operator typically addresses any identified code deficiencies promptly to prevent the accumulation of separate daily penalties. Keeping records of inspections, repairs, and corrective actions is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate good-faith compliance with the Hamden housing code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in properties covered by Hamden Ch. 152 Housing Code (§§ 152.01–152.199) should be aware that the code's penalty provision allows enforcement authorities to treat each day of an ongoing violation as a separate offense, which can create meaningful pressure on landlords to correct problems quickly. If a housing code issue persists, tenants may consider reporting the condition to the appropriate local code enforcement office, which has authority to pursue fines or other remedies under this chapter. Tenant-rights organizations in the Hamden area can help residents understand what options are generally available when a landlord fails to address code violations.
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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