Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-70

Supervision (Hartford Housing Code and Rental Licensing Program)

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Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-70
Each group living dwelling, other than a temporary shelter facility or a group living for health reasons, shall have a supervisor or supervisors who live on site at all times. The director of health shall promulgate rules and regulations establishing minimum standards of supervision, minimum qualifications of supervisors, registration of supervisors and minimum office and meeting room requirements to ensure the orderly operation of group living facilities.
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Plain English

Under Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-70, most group living dwellings—excluding temporary shelter facilities and health-related group living arrangements—are required to have at least one supervisor residing on the premises at all times. The Hartford Director of Health is authorized to issue rules setting minimum standards for supervision, supervisor qualifications, supervisor registration, and physical space requirements such as offices and meeting rooms. These requirements are intended to ensure that group living facilities operate in an orderly manner.

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For Property Managers

Operators of group living dwellings subject to Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-70 generally maintain at least one qualified supervisor who lives on site continuously, unless the facility qualifies as a temporary shelter or health-related group living arrangement. Compliant operators also stay current with any rules and regulations issued by the Hartford Director of Health regarding supervisor qualifications, registration procedures, and minimum space standards. Keeping documentation of supervisor credentials and registration on file is a common practice for demonstrating compliance during inspections.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-70 establishes that residents of most group living dwellings have a right to on-site supervisory presence at all times, along with the protections that come from standards set by the Director of Health. If a facility appears to lack a resident supervisor or otherwise fails to meet the standards promulgated under this provision, residents may consider contacting the Hartford Department of Health to report the concern. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Hartford housing regulations can also help residents understand what options may be available to them.

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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