Greenwich, Conn., Town Code ch. 5 § 5-49
Hearing on notice of condemnation
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Any person affected by any notice or order relating to the condemning and placarding of a dwelling or dwelling unit as unfit for human habitation may request and shall be granted a hearing on the matter before the Board of Health.
Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-49 establishes a right to a formal hearing whenever a dwelling or dwelling unit has been condemned and placarded as unfit for human habitation. Any person with a stake in the condemnation notice or order — whether an owner, occupant, or other affected party — is entitled to bring the matter before the Board of Health. The provision makes the hearing mandatory once requested, meaning the Board of Health cannot deny the opportunity to be heard.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-49, property owners who receive a condemnation notice or order have the right to formally contest that determination before the Board of Health. Compliant operators typically document the condition of the property, gather relevant evidence, and submit a timely hearing request to preserve this right. Engaging with the process promptly after receiving a condemnation notice is a standard practice for operators seeking to address or challenge the finding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-49 gives tenants and other affected persons the right to request a hearing before the Board of Health if their dwelling or dwelling unit has been condemned and placarded as unfit for human habitation. This right to be heard can be an important avenue for raising concerns about the condemnation process or the conditions underlying it. Tenants may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid resource to understand how to navigate a Board of Health hearing effectively.
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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