New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-142
Maintenance standards for structural parts of dwellings—Foundation; roof; ceiling; walls; doors; floors; skylight windows
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Every foundation, roof, ceiling, exterior and interior wall, door, floor, skylight window and accessory structure shall be weathertight, watertight and dampfree, and shall be kept in sound condition and good repair. Walls shall be capable of affording privacy for occupants.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 7 § 13-142 establishes that all major structural components of a dwelling—including foundations, roofs, ceilings, walls, doors, floors, skylight windows, and accessory structures—must be kept weathertight, watertight, and free from dampness, and maintained in sound condition and good repair. Interior and exterior walls must also provide adequate privacy for occupants. This rule applies to the ongoing condition of the structure, not just its state at move-in.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 7 § 13-142, compliant property operators routinely inspect and repair structural elements such as roofs, foundations, walls, doors, floors, and skylights to ensure they remain weathertight, watertight, and free of moisture intrusion. Operators also verify that walls—both interior and exterior—are maintained in a condition that preserves occupant privacy. Keeping documented records of inspections and completed repairs is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance with this standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-142 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances gives occupants a basis to expect that their dwelling's structural components—roof, walls, floors, foundation, doors, and skylights—are kept weathertight, watertight, dampfree, and in sound repair, and that walls afford them privacy. If these conditions are not met, tenants may have grounds to report the deficiency to the appropriate New Britain housing or code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help explain available options, such as filing a complaint or raising a housing code violation in a relevant legal proceeding.
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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