Norwalk, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 59 § 59-7
Minimum space requirements (Norwalk Housing Code)
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[Amended 4-24-1984 ] Minimum space requirements for dwellings and dwelling units shall be erected or altered pursuant to the State Building Code as stated in § 19-398b of the General Statutes of Connecticut.
Norwalk, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 59 § 59-7 establishes that minimum space requirements for dwellings and dwelling units in Norwalk must follow the Connecticut State Building Code, specifically as referenced in Connecticut General Statutes § 19-398b. This means that any construction or alteration of residential spaces must meet the state-level standards for habitable area and room dimensions. The provision ties local housing standards directly to the state building code framework rather than setting independent local measurements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Norwalk, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 59 § 59-7, property owners and managers who construct or alter dwelling units are generally expected to ensure that all space configurations meet the Connecticut State Building Code requirements incorporated by reference from C.G.S. § 19-398b. Compliant operators typically obtain the appropriate building permits and work with licensed contractors who are familiar with the state's minimum space standards. Keeping documentation of code-compliant construction or renovation work is a common practice among operators managing residential properties in Norwalk.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Norwalk, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 59 § 59-7 means that the dwelling or unit you occupy should meet the minimum space standards set by the Connecticut State Building Code under C.G.S. § 19-398b. If you believe your unit does not meet those standards, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with Norwalk's building or housing inspection department, which can investigate potential code violations. Tenant-rights organizations in Connecticut can also help explain what the state's minimum space requirements mean in practice and what options may be available to residents.
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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