Greenwich, Conn., Town Code ch. 5 § 5-9
Flush toilet and lavatory facilities
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Every dwelling unit, except as otherwise permitted in this Chapter shall be equipped with a flush toilet and lavatory facilities and a bathtub or shower in good working condition and properly connected to water and sewer systems. Such systems shall be approved by the Director of Health or his authorized representative. The flush toilet and lavatory basin must be installed in the same room.
Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-9 requires that every dwelling unit be equipped with a flush toilet, a lavatory (sink), and a bathtub or shower, all in good working condition and properly connected to approved water and sewer systems. The flush toilet and lavatory basin must be located in the same room. The Director of Health or an authorized representative must approve the water and sewer systems serving these fixtures.
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Under Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-9, compliant rental property operators ensure that each dwelling unit contains a functioning flush toilet, lavatory basin, and bathtub or shower, all connected to water and sewer systems that have received approval from the Director of Health. Operators also confirm that the toilet and lavatory basin are installed within the same room, not in separate spaces. Routine maintenance and prompt repair of these fixtures are consistent with meeting the standard of 'good working condition' described in this provision.
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 § 5-9 gives tenants the right to a dwelling unit with a working flush toilet, lavatory basin, and bathtub or shower, all properly connected to approved water and sewer systems, with the toilet and lavatory in the same room. If these fixtures are missing, broken, or improperly connected, that may constitute a violation of this provision. Tenants who believe their unit falls short of these standards may consider documenting the conditions, contacting the Greenwich Director of Health's office to report a potential violation, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance on available options.
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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