New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 505
Tenement house operating fund created; custody, records (New Haven Housing Code)
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A fund to be known as the tenement house operating fund is hereby created and established. Into such fund shall be deposited such monies as shall be appropriated by the board of aldermen or be realized from the sale of bonds issued pursuant to chapter 109 of the General Statutes of the State of Connecticut, as amended, for that purpose, or as shall be otherwise made available to the fund. Such fund shall be in the custody of the treasurer of the City of New Haven, and the books and accounts of such funds shall be kept by the controller of the City of New Haven.
New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 505 establishes a dedicated municipal fund called the tenement house operating fund, which receives money through city appropriations, bond proceeds authorized under Connecticut General Statutes chapter 109, or other available sources. The fund is held by the City Treasurer and its financial records are maintained by the City Controller. This provision is essentially an administrative and fiscal framework, setting out how public money designated for tenement house purposes is collected, held, and tracked.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 505, the tenement house operating fund represents the city's financial mechanism for supporting tenement house-related activities. Property owners and managers operating in New Haven may find that programs or enforcement activities connected to tenement housing draw from this fund. Staying informed about how the city allocates these resources can help operators understand the broader regulatory environment in which they work.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 505 creates a public fund overseen by city officials—the Treasurer and Controller—that is intended to support tenement house operations in New Haven. Tenants living in tenement housing may benefit indirectly from the programs or services this fund supports. Those with questions about how these resources affect their housing situation can reach out to local tenant-rights organizations or the City of New Haven for more information.
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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