Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-206
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The fees for the inspection of and the issuance of certificates of occupancy and/or permits for dwellings, dwelling units, rooming house, premises, commercial structures and commercial units, shall be payable at the time application for same is made and shall be in accordance with the following schedule: Type Fee Per Unit Dwelling/dwelling unit $10.00 Commercial structure/commercial unit 25.00 per each 5,000 sq. ft. or fraction thereof Rooming House (Hotel, Motel) | Annual Fee 1--6 rooms/rooming units | $10.00 7--12 rooms/rooming units | 15.00 13--18 rooms/rooming units | 20.00 Add five dollars ($5.00) for each additional six (6) rooms/rooming units or fraction thereof.
Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IX § 8-206 establishes a fixed fee schedule that must be paid at the time an application is submitted for inspection or issuance of a certificate of occupancy or permit. Residential dwelling units carry a flat fee of $10.00 per unit, while commercial structures are charged $25.00 for every 5,000 square feet or fraction thereof. Rooming houses, hotels, and motels are assessed annual fees on a sliding scale starting at $10.00 for up to six rooms, increasing in $5.00 increments for each additional six rooms or fraction thereof.
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Property owners and managers subject to Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IX § 8-206 generally ensure that the applicable inspection or occupancy permit fee is calculated and submitted at the time the application is filed, not after. Compliant operators identify the correct property category—dwelling unit, commercial structure, or rooming house—and apply the corresponding rate from the schedule before submitting paperwork. For rooming houses, operators typically count all rooms or rooming units to determine the correct tier and include any applicable incremental fees for units beyond the base thresholds.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. IX § 8-206, tenants may find it useful to know that certificates of occupancy and related permits for their dwelling units require a fee paid by the applicant at the time of application, which is typically the landlord or property owner. If a tenant has concerns about whether a required certificate of occupancy or inspection has been obtained for their unit, they may contact the relevant Shelton municipal office to inquire about permit status. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand how the absence of a valid certificate of occupancy may relate to their housing rights.
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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