Waterbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154.112
RESPONSIBILITY FOR SANITARY MAINTENANCE (Waterbury Housing Code)
Operative Text
The operator of every rooming house shall be responsible for the sanitary maintenance of all walls, floors and ceilings, and for maintenance of sanitary conditions in every other part of the rooming house; and he shall be further responsible for the sanitary maintenance of the entire premises where the entire structure or building is leased or occupied by the operator. (1967 Code, § 9-67) Penalty, see § 10.99
Under Waterbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154.112, the operator of a rooming house bears responsibility for keeping all walls, floors, and ceilings in sanitary condition, as well as maintaining sanitary conditions throughout every other part of the rooming house. When the operator leases or occupies the entire building or structure, that responsibility extends to the full premises. This provision establishes a clear duty of cleanliness and upkeep that rests with the operator, not the individual occupants.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Rooming house operators subject to § 154.112 of the Waterbury Code generally maintain documented cleaning and inspection schedules covering all walls, floors, ceilings, and common areas throughout the property. When an operator controls the entire building, that sanitary maintenance obligation expands to cover the whole premises, including exterior and shared spaces. Keeping records of routine maintenance and any remediation work can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 154.112 of the Waterbury Code gives rooming house residents a basis to expect that the operator—not the tenant—is responsible for keeping walls, floors, ceilings, and all other parts of the rooming house in sanitary condition. If conditions fall short of that standard, tenants may consider documenting the issues with photographs and written notices to the operator, and can explore filing a complaint with local housing or code enforcement authorities. Tenant-rights organizations in Connecticut can help residents understand what options may be available 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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