Old Saybrook, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 (2026) § 166-18
Collection and dissemination of information (Old Saybrook Rental Housing Standards)
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The Board of Selectmen is hereby authorized to collect and disseminate information concerning techniques of maintenance, repair, and sanitation in housing, and concerning the requirements of this code and applicable rules and regulations issued pursuant thereto.
Section 166-18 of Old Saybrook's housing code authorizes the Board of Selectmen to gather and share information with the public about housing maintenance, repair, and sanitation practices, as well as about the requirements of the code itself and any related rules and regulations. This provision establishes an informational and educational function for the Board, rather than imposing a direct obligation on property owners or tenants. It creates a channel through which the municipality can communicate standards and best practices to the community.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 166-18, the Board of Selectmen is empowered to distribute guidance on maintenance, repair, and sanitation standards that apply to housing in Old Saybrook. Operators who stay engaged with materials or communications issued by the Board are generally better positioned to understand what the code requires of them. Reviewing any informational resources the Board disseminates can help property managers keep their practices aligned with ch. 166 requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 166-18 gives the Board of Selectmen the authority to make information about housing standards—including maintenance, repair, and sanitation requirements—available to the public. Tenants in Old Saybrook can look to the Board as a resource for understanding what the code under ch. 166 requires of housing in the town. Those seeking to understand their rights or a landlord's obligations may also consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for additional 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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