Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-93
Lead paint
Operative Text
(a) Lead paint or potentially hazardous material on the interior surfaces of any dwelling unit, rooming unit, rooming house or on any fixtures or other objects used, installed or located in or upon any exposed surface in any such facility subject to letting or occupancy by children, is prohibited. Such interior surfaces shall include, but not be limited to, window sills, window frames, doors, door frames, walls, ceilings, stair rails and spindles, and all other appurtenances of the interior portion of the dwelling premises. (b) In each instance where conditions disclose loose, flaking, chipping or falling paint, and there is reason to believe that the presence of lead paint or other toxic material exists as a potential hazard, the enforcing officer shall take samples for analysis to the Valley Health Department. Upon determination by Valley Health Department that lead paint is present, the code enforcement officer shall notify the landlord to take necessary procedures to rectify this problem. State Law reference-- Restrictions on sale and use of paint, G.S. §§ 19-65a--19-65f.
Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. III § 8-93 prohibits lead paint or other potentially hazardous materials on interior surfaces of dwelling units, rooming units, and rooming houses that may be accessed by children. Covered surfaces include window sills, frames, doors, walls, ceilings, stair rails, and similar interior features. When a code enforcement officer observes loose, flaking, chipping, or falling paint and suspects a lead hazard, samples are sent to the Valley Health Department for analysis, and if lead is confirmed, the landlord is formally notified to address the problem.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. III § 8-93, compliant property operators ensure that no interior surface accessible to children — including window sills, door frames, walls, ceilings, and stair rails — contains lead paint or other potentially hazardous materials. Operators generally maintain painted surfaces in good condition, promptly addressing any loose, flaking, chipping, or falling paint to reduce the risk of triggering an enforcement inspection and sample collection. When the Valley Health Department confirms the presence of lead paint following an inspection, the code enforcement officer issues a formal notice requiring the landlord to take corrective action.
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 § 8-93 gives tenants — particularly those with children — the right to live in a dwelling free from lead paint or other hazardous materials on interior surfaces such as walls, ceilings, window sills, and stair rails. If a tenant observes peeling, chipping, or flaking paint and suspects a lead hazard, they may report the condition to the local code enforcement office, which is authorized to collect samples and refer them to the Valley Health Department for analysis. Tenants may also consult a tenant-rights organization to understand what options are available if a landlord fails to act after receiving a formal notice under this provision.
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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