Ansonia, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18 § 18
2a. - Legislative authority
Operative Text
Per Connecticut General Statutes Section 47a-16, every occupant of a residential rental housing unit or rooming unit shall not unreasonably withhold from the owner thereof, or his/her agent or employee, consent to access any part of such dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit, or its premises, for the purpose of making such repairs or alterations as are necessary to effect compliance with the provisions of this chapter or with any lawful rule or regulation adopted or any lawful order issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
Under Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 18, sec. 2a, this rule—rooted in Connecticut General Statutes Section 47a-16—establishes that tenants living in residential rental or rooming units may not unreasonably refuse an owner, agent, or employee access to the unit or its premises when that access is needed to make repairs or alterations required for compliance with local housing regulations or lawful orders. The rule balances a tenant's right to privacy in their home against the practical need for landlords to maintain legally compliant conditions. It applies to the full scope of the dwelling, including common premises.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 18, sec. 2a gives property owners and their agents a recognized right to enter a unit for the specific purpose of completing repairs or alterations needed to meet local housing code requirements or comply with lawful orders. Compliant operators typically provide reasonable notice before entry, clearly communicate the purpose of the visit, and document the repair work being performed. Maintaining clear records of access requests and completed work helps demonstrate that entries were made for legitimate compliance purposes.
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. 18, sec. 2a, tenants have a right not to be subjected to unreasonable or pretextual access requests—the provision only covers entry for genuine repair or compliance-related work. If a tenant believes an access request goes beyond what the rule permits, they may raise that concern with local housing authorities or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Connecticut landlord-tenant law. Tenants should be aware that unreasonably withholding consent for legitimate compliance repairs could itself be considered a violation of 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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