Killingly, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. III § 4-43
Stoves and refrigerators
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Section 4-43 Stoves and refrigerators Each stove or similar device for cooking food and each refrigerator or similar device for the safe storage of food in a dwelling unit shall be properly installed and maintained, and all necessary connections for safe and efficient operation shall be made. Each such stove and/or refrigerator shall be maintained in a sanitary condition.
Section 4-43 of the Killingly Rental Housing Standards Code establishes that every cooking appliance and every food-storage appliance in a dwelling unit must be properly installed, fully connected for safe and efficient operation, and kept in a sanitary condition. The rule applies to stoves and refrigerators as well as similar devices that serve the same functions. Both the installation quality and the ongoing maintenance of these appliances fall within the scope of this requirement.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 4-43, operators of rental dwelling units in Killingly are generally expected to ensure that any stove, refrigerator, or similar appliance provided in a unit is correctly installed with all necessary utility or mechanical connections in place before a tenant occupies the unit. Ongoing maintenance obligations mean that appliances should be inspected periodically and repaired promptly when connections become faulty or sanitary conditions deteriorate. Keeping records of appliance installations, inspections, and any repairs performed can help demonstrate compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 4-43 gives tenants in Killingly rental units a basis to expect that cooking and food-storage appliances are properly installed, fully operational, and maintained in a sanitary condition throughout their tenancy. If an appliance is improperly connected, malfunctioning, or unsanitary, tenants may document the condition in writing and notify the landlord, and may also contact the local housing or code enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Connecticut housing law can help explain the range of options available when a landlord does not address appliance deficiencies.
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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