Hamden, Conn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 § 152.47
ADEQUATE VENTILATION
Operative Text
Every habitable room shall have at least one window or skylight which can easily be opened, or such other device as will adequately ventilate the room. The total of openable window area in every habitable room shall be equal to at least 45% of the minimum window area size or minimum skylight-type window size, as required in § 152.46 , except where there is supplied some other device affording adequate ventilation and approved by the director of health. (Adopted 9-5-67) Penalty, see § 152.199
Section 152.47 of the Hamden Housing Code requires that every habitable room be equipped with at least one openable window, skylight, or an approved alternative ventilation device. Where windows or skylights are used, the openable area must equal at least 45% of the minimum window or skylight size established by § 152.46. An alternative ventilation device may satisfy the requirement only if it is approved by the director of health.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Hamden Ch. 152 § 152.47, compliant property operators ensure that each habitable room contains an openable window or skylight meeting the 45% openable-area threshold relative to the minimums set in § 152.46, or an alternative ventilation device that has received formal approval from the director of health. Routine inspections of window hardware, seals, and opening mechanisms help confirm that units remain in compliance over time. Operators who wish to use a non-window ventilation solution generally document the director of health's approval and keep that record on file.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 152.47 of the Hamden Housing Code gives occupants of habitable rooms the right to adequate ventilation through an openable window, skylight, or a health-department-approved device. If a room lacks a functioning openable window meeting the required area or an approved alternative, that condition may constitute a housing code violation under § 152.47, which carries penalties referenced in § 152.199. Tenants who believe this standard is not being met can contact the Hamden director of health's office to report the condition or consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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