Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-92
Exterior wood surfaces to be painted
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Every foundation, floor, wall, ceiling and roof shall be weathertight, watertight, and rodent proof and shall be kept in good repair. All exterior wood surfaces shall be protected from the elements and decay by paint or other protective covering or treatment. Toxic paint and materials will not be used on such exterior surfaces as are readily accessible to children.
Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. III § 8-92 establishes that all structural components of a dwelling — including foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, and roofs — must remain weathertight, watertight, and resistant to rodent entry, and must be kept in good repair. Exterior wood surfaces must be shielded from weather and decay through paint or another protective treatment. Additionally, toxic paints or materials may not be applied to exterior surfaces that children can readily reach.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. III § 8-92, compliant property operators generally maintain all structural elements — foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, and roofs — in a condition that keeps out weather and rodents. They also ensure that exterior wood surfaces are consistently covered with paint or another protective treatment, and they take care to avoid toxic materials on surfaces accessible to children. Routine inspections and timely repainting or resealing are practices commonly associated with meeting this standard.
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. III § 8-92 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when structural components such as walls, roofs, or foundations are not weathertight or rodent-proof, or when exterior wood surfaces lack adequate protective covering. Tenants who observe peeling paint, deteriorating wood, or potentially toxic materials on child-accessible surfaces may have grounds to report conditions to the relevant local housing or code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand what documentation to gather and what general options exist when a property appears to fall short of this standard.
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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