Bristol, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-31
Compliance required; responsibility of occupant
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(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 article. (b) The owner of any premises, unless otherwise specified, shall provide and maintain such premises in compliance with the requirements of this article. (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.
Bristol Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-31 establishes a shared compliance framework for residential premises. Owners are responsible for providing and maintaining their properties in accordance with the article's requirements, 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 the article's standards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Bristol Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-31, property owners and managers are generally expected to ensure their premises meet all requirements of Article III before renting or allowing occupancy, and to maintain that compliance on an ongoing basis. Compliant operators typically conduct regular inspections of fixtures and facilities, address maintenance deficiencies promptly, and document their upkeep efforts. Owners should also be aware that the ordinance places a baseline duty on them regardless of what an occupant may or may not do.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Bristol Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-31 gives occupants a defined role in maintaining the premises they rent: keeping supplied fixtures and facilities clean, sanitary, and properly operated. At the same time, the provision makes clear that owners carry the primary duty to provide and maintain a compliant property, which tenants may be able to raise if conditions fall below the article's standards. Tenants who believe their unit is out of compliance may consider contacting the local housing or code enforcement office, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance on available options.
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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