New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-158
Water closet compartment; bathroom floor surface
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Every water closet compartment and bathroom floor surface shall be constructed and maintained so as to be impervious to water and so as to permit such floor to be easily kept in a clean and sanitary condition.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 7 § 13-158 establishes that the floors of bathrooms and toilet compartments must be built and kept in a way that prevents water from soaking through and allows the surfaces to be cleaned and kept sanitary without difficulty. This rule applies to both the original construction of these spaces and their ongoing upkeep. The standard covers any condition that would make the floor absorbent, damaged, or otherwise hard to keep clean.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 7 § 13-158, compliant property operators generally ensure that bathroom and water closet floors are finished with water-impervious materials such as tile, sealed concrete, or similar surfaces, and that those surfaces are kept in good repair. Cracked grout, peeling flooring, or deteriorated sealant can undermine both the imperviousness and the cleanability requirements of this provision. Routine inspections of these areas help operators identify and address surface degradation before it rises to a code violation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-158 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances gives occupants a basis to raise concerns when bathroom or toilet-compartment floors are in a condition that allows water to seep through or makes sanitary cleaning impractical. Tenants who observe such conditions—such as crumbling, waterlogged, or heavily deteriorated flooring—may report them to the relevant New Britain housing or building inspection authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help residents understand the general options available for addressing habitability concerns of this kind.
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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