New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-100
Lavatory sink required
Operative Text
(a) Every dwelling unit shall contain a lavatory sink. Such lavatory sink may be in the same room as the flush water closet, or if located in another room, the lavatory sink shall be located in close proximity to the door leading into the room in which such water closet is located. The lavatory sink shall be in good working condition and properly connected to a sewer or septic system which has been approved by the appropriate authority. (b) The chief building inspector may waive the requirements for a lavatory sink if, upon inspection, he finds that there is no practical way in which the smallest commercially available lavatory sink can be installed.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 4 § 13-100 requires that every dwelling unit include a lavatory sink that is in good working condition and properly connected to an approved sewer or septic system. The sink may share a room with the toilet or be placed in a nearby room close to the toilet's door. The chief building inspector has the authority to waive this requirement if an inspection reveals there is no practical way to install even the smallest commercially available lavatory sink.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 4 § 13-100, compliant property operators ensure that each dwelling unit contains a functioning lavatory sink connected to an approved sewer or septic system, positioned either in the same room as the toilet or in close proximity to it. Operators who believe installation is physically impractical typically document the space constraints and seek a formal waiver from the chief building inspector before renting or continuing to rent the unit. Maintaining records of inspections, approvals, and any granted waivers supports ongoing 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 13-100 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 4 gives tenants the right to a properly functioning lavatory sink in their dwelling unit, connected to an approved sewer or septic system. If a unit lacks a working sink or the sink is improperly connected, tenants may have grounds to raise this as a housing code violation with the appropriate local building or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations in Connecticut can help residents understand available options, such as filing a complaint or raising the violation as a defense in relevant proceedings.
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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