New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-178
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A dwelling unit shall not be occupied by more than one family plus two (2) occupants unrelated to the family, other than guests, unless a permit for a rooming house has been granted by the appropriate authority. State Law reference-- Overcrowding in tenement and lodging houses, G.S. § 47a-54a.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 8 § 13-178 limits occupancy of a dwelling unit to one family plus no more than two additional, unrelated occupants (excluding guests), unless the property has been granted a rooming house permit by the appropriate authority. This rule is designed to prevent overcrowding and is connected to Connecticut state law on overcrowding in tenement and lodging houses under G.S. § 47a-54a. Properties operating as rooming houses must obtain a separate permit before exceeding these occupancy limits.
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Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 8 § 13-178, compliant property owners and managers generally ensure that no dwelling unit is occupied by more than one family and two unrelated non-guest occupants without first securing a rooming house permit from the appropriate authority. Operators who wish to rent to a larger, unrelated group of individuals typically pursue the rooming house permit process before allowing occupancy that would exceed the standard limit. Maintaining documentation of occupancy arrangements and any permits obtained helps demonstrate compliance with this provision and the related state standard under G.S. § 47a-54a.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-178 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances establishes occupancy limits that apply to the dwelling unit you live in, capping non-family occupants (other than guests) at two unless a rooming house permit has been issued. If you believe your landlord is violating this provision—for example, by overcrowding a unit without the required permit—you may consider contacting the appropriate local housing or code enforcement authority in New Britain to report the concern. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Connecticut housing law, including G.S. § 47a-54a, can help you understand what options may be available to you.
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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