Glastonbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-71
Heating facilities
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Every dwelling or dwelling unit shall be equipped with heating facilities which are properly installed, are maintained in safe and good working condition, and are capable of safely and adequately heating all habitable rooms, bathrooms and water closet compartments located therein. Such heating facilities shall adequately heat the room to a temperature of at least seventy (70) degrees Fahrenheit, the reading to be taken at a distance eighteen (18) inches above the floor level of each such room. Either central or space heating facilities may be used, but must meet the following requirements: (a) Every central heating unit and/or central hot water heating unit shall: (1) Have every duct, steam pipe and/or hot water pipe free of leaks and functioning properly to provide an adequate amount of heat and/or hot water to the intended place of delivery; (2) Be provided with seals between sections of hot air furnaces to prevent the escape of noxious gases into heat ducts; (3) If employing electricity, be connected to an electric circuit of adequate capacity in an approved manner; and (4) Be provided with automatic or safety devices and be installed and operated in the manner required by the statutes, ordinances, and regulations of the state and the town. (b) Every space heating unit and/or unit hot water facility shall: (1) Not use gasoline as fuel; (2) Not be of the portable type if using solid, liquid or gaseous fuel; (3) If employing a flame, be connected to a flue or vent in the manner required by the statutes, ordinances and regulations of the state and the town; (4) If employing solid or liquid fuels, have a fire-resistant panel beneath it; (5) Be located at least two (2) feet away from any wall or be equipped in an approved manner with insulation sufficient to prevent over-heating of any part of the building structure; (6) If employing gaseous fuel, be equipped with other than rubber tube or armored rubber tube connector; (7) If employing electricity, be connected to an electric circuit of adequate capacity in an approved manner; (8) Be installed and operated in the manner required by the statutes, ordinances and regulations of the state and the town.
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-71 requires that every dwelling or dwelling unit contain heating facilities that are properly installed, safely maintained, and capable of raising all habitable rooms, bathrooms, and water closet compartments to at least 70°F, measured 18 inches above the floor. The rule covers both central and space heating systems, setting specific technical standards for each type — including requirements around ductwork integrity, gas connectors, electrical capacity, fire-resistant panels, and proper venting. The provision is designed to ensure that heating equipment does not create safety hazards such as gas leaks, fire risks, or carbon monoxide exposure while still delivering adequate warmth.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-71, compliant property operators generally ensure that all heating systems — whether central or space-heating units — are professionally installed, routinely inspected, and kept in safe working order throughout the tenancy. For central systems, this typically involves verifying that ducts and pipes are leak-free, that furnace sections are properly sealed against noxious gas escape, and that all safety and automatic devices are functioning as required by state and local regulations. For space heating units, operators generally confirm that units are non-portable (where fuel-burning), are correctly vented, maintain the required two-foot clearance from walls or have approved insulation, and use only approved connectors and fuel types — never gasoline.
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 § 9-71 gives tenants the right to live in a dwelling where heating equipment is safe, properly maintained, and capable of reaching at least 70°F in all habitable rooms, bathrooms, and water closet compartments. If a heating system is broken, inadequate, or appears to pose a safety hazard — such as a suspected gas leak or improper venting — tenants may have grounds to report the condition to Glastonbury's local housing or code enforcement office. Tenants may also wish to document any heating deficiencies in writing and consult a tenant-rights organization to understand what remedies or defenses 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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