Bloomfield, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-11
Accessory structures
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Accessory structures present or provided by the owner, agent or tenant occupant on any premises shall be structurally sound, maintained in good repair, free of insects and rodents, and comply with the standards specified in this code and town zoning regulations, or such structures shall be removed from the premises. The exterior of such structures shall be made weather resistant through the use of decay-resistant materials or the use of lead-free paint or other preservatives.
Under Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-11, any accessory structure on a rental property — whether placed there by the owner, agent, or tenant — must be structurally sound, kept in good repair, and free of insects and rodents. These structures must also meet applicable town zoning regulations and code standards, and their exteriors must be protected against weather using decay-resistant materials or lead-free paint or other preservatives. Any accessory structure that does not meet these requirements must be removed from the premises.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-11 generally conduct routine inspections of all accessory structures — such as sheds, garages, or similar outbuildings — to confirm they remain structurally sound, pest-free, and in good repair. Compliant operators ensure that exterior surfaces are treated with decay-resistant materials or lead-free paint or other approved preservatives to maintain weather resistance. Structures that cannot be brought into compliance with this section and applicable zoning regulations are typically removed from the premises rather than left in a substandard condition.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-11, tenants have an interest in knowing that accessory structures on their premises meet structural, pest-control, and weather-resistance standards — and that the obligation to maintain or remove noncompliant structures applies to owners and agents as well. If an accessory structure appears unsafe, infested, or deteriorating, tenants may consider documenting the condition and reporting it to the appropriate Bloomfield municipal code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help explain available options, including how a code violation under this section might be relevant in other housing-related proceedings.
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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