Ansonia, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-5
Same—Sustaining, modifying or withdrawing notice; when notice deemed order
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After any hearing provided for by section 13-4 , the health officer shall sustain, modify or withdraw the notice, depending upon his finding as to whether the provisions of this chapter and of the rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto have been complied with. If the health officer sustains or modifies such notice, it shall be deemed to be an order. Any notice served pursuant to section 13-3 shall automatically become an order if a written petition for a hearing is not filed in the office of the health officer within ten days after such notice is served.
Under Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. I § 13-5, after a hearing is held, the health officer reviews whether the relevant housing and health standards have been met and then either upholds, adjusts, or cancels the original notice. If the notice is upheld or modified, it carries the legal weight of an official order. Separately, any notice issued under § 13-3 automatically becomes a binding order if the recipient does not file a written petition for a hearing within ten days of receiving it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to a notice under Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. I § 13-5 generally track the ten-day window from the date a notice is served, since missing that deadline converts the notice into a binding order without any hearing. Operators who believe a notice was issued in error typically file a written petition with the health officer's office before that window closes to preserve the opportunity for review. Maintaining documentation of compliance with the chapter's provisions and adopted regulations supports a property owner's position at any resulting hearing.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. I § 13-5 establishes that housing-related notices can become enforceable orders, which may be relevant to tenants living in properties subject to health officer action. Tenants who are aware of an outstanding notice or order against their building may find it useful to contact the local health officer's office to understand the current status of any compliance proceedings. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how an order issued under this provision may relate to their housing conditions and what general options exist for raising concerns.
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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