East Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances app. A § IX
Summer dwellings
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9.01 Any dwelling, dwelling unit, rooming house or rooming unit which does not have a completely enclosed foundation of either poured concrete wall, block wall, or slab construction; which does not have adequately insulated plumbing as determined by the Enforcement Officer; and/or which does not comply with the provisions of Section VI of this ordinance shall be designated by the Housing Code Enforcement Officer as a Summer Dwelling. 9.02 Occupancy of a summer dwelling shall be permitted only between April 1 and September 30 of any given year. 9.03 Any structure designated as a Summer Dwelling by the Enforcement Officer shall comply with all the requirements and provisions of this ordinance except as noted in Section 9.01 above. 9.04 Any person planning to convert and/or alter in any manner a structure, previously designated by the Enforcement Officer as a Summer Dwelling, for the purpose of occupying said structure year-round shall notify the Housing Code Enforcement Officer of his/her intention to do so prior to commencing such conversion and/or alteration. All structures converted and/or altered for the purpose of occupying said structures on a year-round (i.e., 12 months) basis shall be inspected by the Enforcement Officer to insure compliance with all the provisions of this ordinance.
East Haven Code of Ordinances app. A § IX establishes a "Summer Dwelling" designation for residential structures that lack a fully enclosed foundation, adequately insulated plumbing, or compliance with Section VI of the ordinance. Structures carrying this designation may only be occupied between April 1 and September 30 each year. Any owner who wishes to convert a summer dwelling into a year-round residence must notify the Housing Code Enforcement Officer before beginning any conversion work, and the structure must pass an inspection confirming it meets all ordinance requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under East Haven Code of Ordinances app. A § IX, compliant operators of summer dwellings ensure that no tenant occupies the property outside the April 1–September 30 window unless and until the structure has been formally converted. Before undertaking any renovation intended to enable year-round occupancy, operators notify the Housing Code Enforcement Officer in advance and arrange for the required inspection. Operators also ensure that even summer-designated structures meet all other applicable ordinance requirements not specifically exempted by Section 9.01.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
East Haven Code of Ordinances app. A § IX limits occupancy of a summer dwelling to the period between April 1 and September 30, which means a landlord generally cannot lawfully require or permit a tenant to live in such a structure during the winter months. If a tenant believes a property has been improperly designated—or that a landlord is allowing occupancy outside the permitted season without completing the required conversion and inspection—they may raise that concern with the East Haven Housing Code Enforcement Officer. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Connecticut housing law can help residents understand what options may be available under 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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