Hamden, Conn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 § 152.93
Sanitary maintenance
Operative Text
The operator of every rooming house shall be responsible for the sanitary maintenance of all walls, floors, and ceilings, and for maintenance of a sanitary condition in every other part of the rooming house. He shall be further responsible for the sanitary maintenance of the entire premises where the entire structure or building is leased or occupied by the operator. (Adopted 9-5-67) Penalty, see § 152.199
Under Hamden Ch. 152 § 152.93, the operator of a rooming house bears responsibility for keeping all walls, floors, and ceilings in a sanitary condition, as well as every other part of the rooming house. When the operator leases or occupies the entire building or structure, that sanitary-maintenance responsibility extends to the full premises. This rule establishes a clear duty on the operator's side rather than placing the burden on individual occupants.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Rooming house operators subject to Hamden Ch. 152 § 152.93 are generally expected to conduct regular inspections and cleaning of all interior surfaces—walls, floors, and ceilings—throughout the property. Compliant operators also address sanitary conditions in common areas, hallways, bathrooms, and any other shared spaces within the rooming house. When an operator leases or occupies the entire building, that maintenance obligation covers the whole structure, not just individual rooms.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Hamden Ch. 152 § 152.93 places the sanitary-maintenance duty squarely on the rooming house operator, meaning tenants have a basis to raise concerns when walls, floors, ceilings, or other parts of the premises are not kept in a sanitary condition. Tenants who observe violations may consider documenting the conditions and reporting them to Hamden's local housing or code enforcement office, which has authority to act on complaints under this chapter. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand the enforcement options available under § 152.199, which sets out the applicable penalties.
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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