New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 210
Same—Removal of placard prohibited (New Haven Housing Code)
Operative Text
No person shall deface or remove the placard from any dwelling or dwelling unit which has been condemned as unfit for human habitation and placarded as such, except as provided in paragraph 211. Note-- Formerly, ¶ 213.
New Haven Code of Ordinances Title V § 210 prohibits anyone from defacing or removing an official condemnation placard that has been posted on a dwelling or dwelling unit declared unfit for human habitation. The placard may only be removed under the circumstances described in § 211. This rule applies to all persons, regardless of their role or interest in the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Haven Code of Ordinances Title V § 210, property owners and managers are expected to leave condemnation placards intact and undisturbed on any dwelling unit that has been officially declared unfit for human habitation. A compliant operator does not remove, cover, or deface such a placard unless the conditions specified in § 211 have been met. Operators generally document the status of condemned units and work through official channels to address the underlying conditions before any placard is lawfully removed.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
New Haven Code of Ordinances Title V § 210 protects the integrity of condemnation placards, which serve as public notice that a dwelling has been found unfit for human habitation. If a tenant observes that a placard has been removed or defaced without the property having gone through the process outlined in § 211, that may be relevant information to report to local housing authorities. Tenants who have concerns about a condemned property or a missing placard may also consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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