Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-151
Window sashes to have glass panes or approved substitute
Operative Text
Every window sash shall be supplied with glass window panes or an approved substitute.
Section 8-151 of the Shelton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 8, Article VI, establishes that every window sash in a dwelling must be fitted with glass panes or a material that has been officially approved as an equivalent substitute. The rule sets a baseline standard for window integrity, ensuring that window openings are properly glazed rather than left open or covered with unapproved materials. This requirement applies regardless of the age or type of the structure.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. VI § 8-151, compliant property operators ensure that all window sashes throughout their rental units contain intact glass panes or a substitute material that has received official approval. Routine property inspections typically include checking that no sashes are missing glazing, are broken, or have been filled with improvised materials that lack approval. Keeping records of any approved substitute materials used can help demonstrate compliance during municipal inspections.
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. VI § 8-151 gives tenants a basis to expect that every window sash in their unit is properly glazed with glass or an approved substitute. If a window sash is missing glass or is covered with an unapproved material, tenants may have grounds to raise this as a housing code violation with the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations in the Shelton area can provide general information about how to document conditions and what complaint processes may be available.
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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