Waterford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 15.08 § 15.08.070
Compliance with state and local laws—Sanitary maintenance
Operative Text
A. No owner or other person shall let to another person any dwelling or dwelling unit unless it and the premises are clean, sanitary, fit for human occupancy and comply with all applicable legal requirements of the state and the town. B. Every owner of a let dwelling containing two or more dwelling units shall maintain in a clean and sanitary condition the shared or public area of the let dwelling and premises thereof. Every occupant of a rental dwelling or rental dwelling unit shall maintain in a clean and sanitary condition that part or those parts of the rental dwelling, rental dwelling unit and premises thereof that he occupies.
Waterford Code of Ordinances ch. 15.08 § 15.08.070 establishes baseline cleanliness and habitability standards for rental housing. Before any dwelling or dwelling unit may be rented, it must be clean, sanitary, fit for human occupancy, and in compliance with all applicable state and local legal requirements. Once occupied, responsibility for sanitary conditions is shared: owners of multi-unit buildings must keep common and public areas clean, while each occupant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the specific areas they occupy.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Waterford Code of Ordinances ch. 15.08 § 15.08.070, compliant rental property operators generally ensure that every unit is clean, sanitary, and meets all applicable state and town requirements before it is made available to a new tenant. In buildings with two or more units, operators routinely maintain shared spaces—such as hallways, laundry rooms, and entryways—in a clean and sanitary condition throughout the tenancy. Keeping documented records of inspections, cleaning schedules, and any remediation work in common areas reflects the ongoing nature of this obligation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Waterford Code of Ordinances ch. 15.08 § 15.08.070 gives tenants a right to occupy a dwelling that was clean, sanitary, and legally compliant at the time it was rented to them, and to have shared areas of a multi-unit building maintained in that condition by the owner. Tenants also carry a responsibility under this provision to keep the portions of the unit and premises they personally occupy in a clean and sanitary state. Tenants who believe an owner is not meeting their obligations under § 15.08.070 may consider documenting conditions, contacting Waterford's local code enforcement or housing authority, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance on available options.
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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