New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-76
Dwellings and premises to be clean, sanitary and fit before occupancy
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No owner or other person shall occupy or let to another person any dwelling or dwelling unit unless it and the surrounding premises are clean, sanitary, fit for human occupancy, and comply with all applicable legal requirements of the state and the city, including obtaining a certificate of occupancy from the building department of the city.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 3 § 13-76 establishes that any dwelling or dwelling unit — along with its surrounding premises — must meet cleanliness, sanitation, and habitability standards before anyone moves in. The rule also requires compliance with all applicable state and city legal requirements, including holding a valid certificate of occupancy issued by the city's building department. Neither an owner nor any other person may occupy or rent out a unit that falls short of these conditions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 13-76, compliant property owners ensure that every dwelling unit and its surrounding premises are clean, sanitary, and fit for human occupancy before a new tenancy begins or before the owner personally occupies the space. A key step in that process is securing a valid certificate of occupancy from New Britain's building department, in addition to satisfying all other applicable state and city requirements. Operators generally document the condition of the unit and confirm permit status before keys are exchanged.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-76 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if a unit was not clean, sanitary, or legally certified for occupancy at the time they moved in. Tenants who believe this standard was not met may consider contacting New Britain's building department to inquire about the unit's certificate of occupancy status or to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Connecticut housing law can help explain what remedies or defenses may be available under this provision.
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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