Waterbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154.035
COMPLIANCE REQUIRED (Waterbury Housing Code)
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No person shall occupy as owner/occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit, for the purpose of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein, which does not comply with the following requirements of this subchapter. (1967 Code, § 9-25) Penalty, see § 10.99
Waterbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154.035 establishes a baseline compliance requirement for all residential dwellings and dwelling units in the city. Under this provision, no dwelling may be occupied by an owner-occupant or rented to another person for living, sleeping, cooking, or eating purposes unless it meets all of the standards set out in the subchapter. The rule applies equally to those who live in their own property and those who lease it to others.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 154.035, property owners and managers in Waterbury are generally expected to ensure that every dwelling or dwelling unit they rent out meets the full set of requirements outlined in ch. 154 before allowing any tenant to take occupancy. Compliant operators typically conduct pre-occupancy reviews of their properties against the subchapter's standards and address any deficiencies before a tenancy begins. Violations of this provision carry penalties as referenced in § 10.99 of the Waterbury Code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 154.035 of the Waterbury Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when a dwelling they occupy does not meet the subchapter's habitability and use requirements. Tenants who believe their unit falls short of these standards may consider documenting conditions, contacting the appropriate Waterbury municipal enforcement office, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general information. The penalty provision cross-referenced at § 10.99 signals that the city has formal enforcement mechanisms available for violations of this rule.
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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