New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-49
Same—Condemned building to be vacated
Operative Text
Any dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit condemned as unfit for human habitation, and so designated and placarded by the director of health shall be vacated within a reasonable time as ordered by the director of health.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 2 § 13-49, when the director of health officially condemns a dwelling, dwelling unit, or rooming unit as unfit for human habitation and posts a placard to that effect, the occupants must leave within whatever timeframe the director of health specifies as reasonable. The provision establishes a formal process linking the condemnation designation to a mandatory vacation order. The director of health holds the authority to set the timeline for vacating the condemned property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 13-49, a property owner or manager whose building, unit, or rooming unit has been condemned and placarded by the director of health is generally expected to cooperate fully with the vacating order and its specified timeline. Compliant operators typically maintain properties in conditions that prevent condemnation in the first place, and when a condemnation does occur, they facilitate the orderly departure of occupants within the director's stated timeframe. Keeping records of all communications with the director of health regarding condemnation orders and timelines is a common practice among operators navigating this process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-49 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances means that if your dwelling, unit, or rooming unit is condemned and placarded by the director of health, you have a right to know the specific timeframe the director has ordered for vacating. Tenants in this situation may wish to contact the New Britain director of health's office directly to understand the scope and terms of the condemnation order. Local tenant-rights organizations can also help explain what options may be available when a unit is condemned, including any relocation assistance or other remedies that might apply under broader local or state law.
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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