Glastonbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-124
Disposal of garbage and rubbish
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Every occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit shall dispose of all his rubbish and garbage and any other organic waste which might be food for rodents, in a clean and sanitary manner, by placing it in the disposal facilities or garbage storage containers required by section 9-53 of this article.
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-124 establishes that every person occupying a dwelling or dwelling unit is responsible for disposing of rubbish, garbage, and organic waste in a clean and sanitary way. The rule specifically requires that waste be placed in the designated disposal facilities or storage containers identified under section 9-53 of the same article. The underlying concern is preventing conditions that could attract rodents or create unsanitary living environments.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-124, property owners and managers generally ensure that compliant garbage storage containers and disposal facilities meeting the standards of section 9-53 are available and accessible to all occupants. Operators typically maintain those containers in a condition that allows occupants to fulfill their own disposal obligations in a clean and sanitary manner. Documenting the availability and condition of waste disposal infrastructure is a common practice among compliant operators.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-124 places the responsibility for proper waste disposal on each occupant, requiring use of the specific containers or facilities designated under section 9-53. If those containers or facilities are absent, inadequate, or inaccessible, tenants may have grounds to raise that condition as a housing code concern with local code enforcement authorities. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Glastonbury's housing code can help occupants understand what options may be available when disposal infrastructure is not properly provided.
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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