Ansonia, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-7
Same—Emergency orders
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Whenever the health officer finds that an emergency exists which requires immediate action to protect the public health, he may, without notice or hearing, issue an order reciting the existence of such an emergency and requiring that such action be taken as he deems necessary to meet the emergency. Notwithstanding the other provisions of this chapter, such order shall be effective immediately. Any person to whom such order is directed shall comply therewith immediately, but upon petition to the health officer shall be afforded a hearing as soon as possible. After such hearing, 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, the health officer shall continue such order in effect, or modify it, or revoke it.
Under Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. I § 13-7, the local health officer has authority to issue an emergency order without prior notice or a hearing when an immediate public health threat is identified. Such an order takes effect the moment it is issued, and anyone named in it must comply right away. However, the provision also guarantees that any person subject to the order may petition for a hearing, after which the health officer must either keep, modify, or revoke the order based on whether applicable standards have been met.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. I § 13-7 means that a property owner or manager who receives an emergency order from the health officer must act on it immediately, without waiting for advance notice or a scheduled hearing. Compliant operators typically document their response steps and any corrective measures taken as soon as the order is received. If the operator believes the order is unwarranted or overly broad, the provision allows them to petition the health officer for a hearing at the earliest opportunity, at which point the order may be continued, adjusted, or lifted.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. I § 13-7, tenants benefit from the health officer's power to act swiftly when a housing-related public health emergency is identified, since emergency orders take effect immediately and require prompt compliance from whoever they are directed to. If a tenant believes a health emergency exists at their property, they may contact the local health department to request an inspection or report the condition. Tenants who are themselves subject to an emergency order also have the right to petition for a hearing as soon as possible, and tenant-rights organizations can help explain what that process generally involves.
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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