New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-23
Effect of article on existing remedies
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Nothing in this article shall be deemed to abolish or impair existing remedies of the city or its officers or agencies relating to the removal or demolition of any buildings which are deemed dangerous, unsafe or unsanitary.
Section 13-23 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances, Chapter 13, Article II, Division 1, makes clear that the housing article does not eliminate or weaken any pre-existing legal tools available to the city, its officers, or its agencies for addressing buildings found to be dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary. In other words, the city retains full authority to pursue removal or demolition of such structures through whatever remedies existed before this article was enacted. This provision functions as a savings clause, preserving the broader enforcement landscape alongside the article's own requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 13-23 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances, property owners should understand that the city's authority to act against dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary buildings is not limited to the procedures outlined in Article II alone. Compliant operators generally maintain their properties in a condition that avoids triggering any of the city's overlapping enforcement powers, including those that predate this article. Awareness that multiple legal avenues for removal or demolition may remain available to city officers and agencies is an important part of understanding the full regulatory environment in New Britain.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-23 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances affirms that tenants living in buildings that may be dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary are protected by a broader set of city remedies than just those created by Article II. The city and its agencies retain independent authority to pursue removal or demolition of such structures, which can be relevant context when a tenant is seeking to understand what enforcement options the city may exercise. Tenants who believe their building poses safety concerns may wish to contact the relevant city agency or a local tenant-rights organization to learn about the full range of remedies that may apply.
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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