Glastonbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-72
Lighting of common areas
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Every common hallway and stairway in every multiple dwelling shall be adequately lighted. Every common hallway and stairway in structures devoted solely to dwelling occupancy and containing not more than four (4) dwelling units may be supplied with conveniently located switches controlling an adequate lighting system which may be turned on when needed, instead of full-time lighting.
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-72 establishes lighting requirements for shared interior spaces in multi-unit residential buildings. All common hallways and stairways must be adequately lit at all times, with one exception: buildings used exclusively for residential purposes and containing four or fewer dwelling units may instead install switch-controlled lighting that residents can turn on as needed. The rule draws a clear line between larger multi-unit buildings, which must maintain continuous adequate lighting, and smaller residential structures, which have the option of on-demand lighting systems.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. III § 9-72, operators of multiple dwellings generally ensure that all shared hallways and stairways maintain adequate lighting on a continuous basis. Operators of exclusively residential buildings with four or fewer units have the option of installing conveniently located switches that control an adequate lighting system, rather than maintaining full-time illumination. Compliant operators typically document the lighting systems in place, verify that switch locations are accessible and convenient, and confirm that the lighting provided meets the 'adequate' standard regardless of which approach is used.
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 § 9-72 gives tenants in multiple dwellings the right to adequately lit common hallways and stairways. If a building has more than four units or is not used solely for dwelling occupancy, that lighting must be continuous rather than switch-controlled. Tenants who believe their building's common areas are inadequately lit may consider documenting the conditions, raising the issue in writing with their landlord, or contacting the relevant local housing or code enforcement authority to file a complaint.
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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