Ansonia, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-33
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The housing and health inspector shall be the authorized representative and designated agent of the health officer of the city as referred to in this chapter. It shall be the duty of such inspector to see to the enforcement of, and compliance with, the provisions of the Housing Code of the city.
Section 13-33 of the Ansonia Code of Ordinances, Chapter 13, Article II, establishes the housing and health inspector as the official representative of the city's health officer for housing matters. This inspector is charged with ensuring that the city's Housing Code is enforced and that properties within the city are brought into compliance with its requirements. The provision defines the inspector's authority and responsibility rather than setting specific standards for any particular condition.
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Under § 13-33, the housing and health inspector holds the authority to act on behalf of Ansonia's health officer in enforcing the city's Housing Code. Operators who maintain properties in compliance with the Housing Code are generally well-positioned when the inspector conducts reviews or responds to complaints. Keeping records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with the standards the inspector is empowered to enforce.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-33 designates the Ansonia housing and health inspector as the city's enforcement authority for Housing Code compliance, meaning tenants have an identifiable official to contact when conditions in a rental unit may violate the Housing Code. Tenants who believe their unit falls short of code standards can reach out to the housing and health inspector's office to request an inspection or file a complaint. Tenant-rights organizations in Connecticut can also help residents understand what options are available under the Housing Code and how the inspector's role under § 13-33 relates to those 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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