Torrington, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 161 § 161-9
Criminal violations and penalties
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A. The City maintains the authority, in addition to § 161-7 of this code, to issue criminal citations to owners who violate § 161-5 (A) of the Torrington Code of Ordinances. The determination will be made by the Blight Enforcement Officer(s) and will be dependent on the severity or persistence of the problem. B. Pursuant to G.S. §§ 7-148(c)(7)(H)(xv)(a) and 7-148(o), any person or entity who, after written notice and a reasonable opportunity to remediate blighted conditions as specified in the Torrington Code of Ordinances § 161-6 (E), willfully violates Torrington Code of Ordinances § 161-5 (A), may be fined by the State of Connecticut not more than $250.00 for each day for which it can be shown the blighted conditions continued to exist after written notice to the owner or, as provided in § 161-6 (E). This section is designated as a violation pursuant to G.S. § 53a-27. (1) Any person who is a new owner or shall, upon request, be granted a 30-day extension of the notice and opportunity to remediate, provided pursuant to § 161-6 (D)(2), prior to the imposition of a fine or civil penalty; if the blight is remediated during said extension, the case shall be dismissed. For purposes of this section, "new owner" means any person or entity who has taken title to a property within 30 days of the notice, and "new occupant" means any person who has taken occupancy of a property within 30 days of the notice.
Torrington Code of Ordinances ch. 161 § 161-9 establishes two tracks of enforcement for property owners who allow blighted conditions to persist: civil remedies under § 161-7 and criminal citations. Beyond civil action, the State of Connecticut may impose fines of up to $250 per day for each day blighted conditions continue after written notice and a reasonable remediation opportunity have been provided. New owners or new occupants who receive notice are entitled to an automatic 30-day extension before any fine or penalty is imposed, and if the blight is corrected within that window, the case is dismissed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Torrington Code of Ordinances ch. 161 § 161-9, compliant property operators generally respond promptly to any written blight notice issued under § 161-6(E) and take documented steps to remediate conditions identified in § 161-5(A) within the time allowed. Because fines can accrue at up to $250 per day from the date of notice, operators typically maintain records showing when remediation began and was completed. Those who acquire a property within 30 days of a notice are generally aware that they may request a 30-day extension and that completing remediation within that period can result in dismissal of the case.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Torrington Code of Ordinances ch. 161 § 161-9 gives the City and the State of Connecticut tools to address landlords who allow blighted conditions to persist at a property, including daily fines of up to $250 and the possibility of criminal citations determined by the Blight Enforcement Officer. Tenants living in properties affected by blight conditions covered under § 161-5(A) may have grounds to report ongoing violations to the Blight Enforcement Officer, who has discretion to escalate enforcement based on severity or persistence. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand how the notice, remediation, and penalty process under § 161-9 may relate to their housing situation.
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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