Bloomfield, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-9
Compliance required; responsibility of occupant
Operative Text
(a) No person shall occupy as owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy or use or maintain any premises which does not comply with the requirements of this code and/or the State Building Code. (b) The owner of any premises, unless otherwise specified, shall provide and maintain such premises in compliance with the requirements of this code. (c) Every occupant of a premises shall keep all supplied fixtures and facilities therein in a clean and sanitary condition and shall be responsible for the exercise of reasonable care in the proper use and operation thereof.
Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-9 establishes a shared compliance framework for residential and other premises. Owners are responsible for ensuring their properties meet the requirements of the local code and the State Building Code, while occupants bear responsibility for keeping supplied fixtures and facilities clean, sanitary, and properly used. Neither party may occupy, rent out, or maintain a premises that falls short of these standards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-9, compliant property owners and managers generally ensure that their premises meet both the local code and the State Building Code before allowing occupancy and on an ongoing basis. This typically involves routine inspections, timely repairs, and maintaining all systems and structural elements in code-compliant condition. Operators commonly document maintenance activities and address deficiencies promptly to demonstrate continuous compliance with the provision's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-9 gives occupants a defined role in maintaining the premises they rent: keeping supplied fixtures and facilities clean, sanitary, and properly operated through reasonable care. At the same time, the provision places the broader obligation of code compliance on the owner, which tenants may reference if habitability or maintenance concerns arise. Tenants who believe an owner is failing to meet code requirements may consider contacting the local code enforcement office, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or raising the provision as relevant context in any formal complaint process.
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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