Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-26
Safe and sanitary storage of garbage and organic waste
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Every occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit shall store and dispose of all his refuse and garbage and any other organic waste which might provide harborage or food for rodents or insects, in a clean, sanitary and safe manner, and, if a container is used for storage pending collection, it shall always conform to city refuse collection ordinance requirements.
Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. II § 8-26 establishes that every person living in a dwelling or dwelling unit is responsible for storing and disposing of their refuse, garbage, and organic waste in a clean, sanitary, and safe way. The rule is aimed at preventing conditions that could attract or shelter rodents and insects. When a container is used to hold waste before collection, that container must meet the city's refuse collection ordinance standards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. II § 8-26, compliant property operators typically ensure that adequate, code-conforming refuse containers are available to occupants and that waste storage areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. While the provision places the primary storage and disposal obligation on occupants, landlords generally monitor common areas and container compliance with the city's refuse collection ordinance. Keeping records of container inspections and any communications with tenants about waste management practices is a common part of responsible property operations.
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. II § 8-26 places the duty of safe, sanitary garbage and organic waste storage squarely on each occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit. Tenants have a right to containers that meet city refuse collection standards, and if a landlord fails to provide compliant containers, that failure may be relevant in housing or code-enforcement proceedings. Tenants who have concerns about waste storage conditions can contact the city's code enforcement office or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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