Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-128
Extermination of insects and rodents
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(a) Responsibilities of occupants. Every occupant of a commercial structure containing a single unit shall be responsible for the extermination of any insects, rodents, or other pests therein or on the premises; and every occupant of a commercial unit, in a commercial structure containing more than one (1) commercial unit, shall be responsible for such extermination whenever his commercial unit is the only one infested. (b) Responsibilities of owners. Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this subsection, whenever infestation is caused by failure of the owner to maintain a dwelling in a rodent proof or reasonably insect proof condition, extermination shall be the responsibility of the owner. Whenever infestation exists in two (2) or more of the units in any commercial structure, or in the shared or public parts of any commercial structure containing two (2) or more units, extermination thereof shall be the responsibility of the owner.
Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. V § 8-128 divides pest-extermination responsibility between occupants and owners of commercial structures. An occupant is generally responsible for extermination when their unit is the only one infested, while the owner bears responsibility when infestation spreads to two or more units, affects shared or common areas, or results from the owner's failure to keep the structure in a reasonably pest-proof condition. The rule applies specifically to commercial structures and does not automatically place the burden on one party alone—context determines who must act.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. V § 8-128, compliant commercial property owners generally maintain their structures in a rodent-proof and reasonably insect-proof condition to avoid bearing extermination responsibility by default. When infestation is found in two or more units or in shared and common areas of a multi-unit commercial building, the obligation to arrange and pay for extermination falls on the owner. Operators of commercial properties in Shelton typically document the condition of their buildings and respond promptly when multi-unit or common-area infestations are reported.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. V § 8-128 outlines circumstances under which a commercial occupant's extermination duty may shift to the property owner—particularly when the infestation stems from the owner's failure to maintain the structure or when multiple units are affected. Occupants who believe an infestation qualifies as the owner's responsibility under this provision may document the conditions, notify the owner in writing, and contact the relevant Shelton code enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights or commercial-tenant advocacy organizations can help occupants understand how this provision applies to their circumstances.
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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