Hamden, Conn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 § 152.102
Unfit dwellings vacated
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Any dwelling or dwelling unit condemned as unfit for human habitation, and so designated and placarded by the director of health, shall be vacated within a reasonable time as ordered by the director of health. (Adopted 9-5-67) Penalty, see § 152.199
Under Hamden Ch. 152 § 152.102, when the director of health officially condemns a dwelling or dwelling unit as unfit for human habitation and posts a placard to that effect, the occupants are required to vacate the property within whatever timeframe the director of health specifies as reasonable. This rule establishes the mechanism by which a formal condemnation order translates into an actual vacancy requirement. The provision does not operate automatically — it is triggered by an official designation and order from the director of health.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 152.102 of the Hamden Housing Code, property owners and managers whose buildings have been condemned and placarded by the director of health are expected to ensure the property is vacated within the timeframe set by that order. Compliant operators typically monitor the status of any official inspections, respond promptly to communications from the director of health, and cooperate with the ordered timeline to avoid further violations. Penalties for noncompliance are referenced in § 152.199 of the same code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 152.102 of the Hamden Housing Code means that if your dwelling has been officially condemned and placarded by the director of health, you will receive an order specifying a reasonable time to vacate. Tenants in this situation may have rights related to relocation assistance or other remedies under local or state law, and consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Connecticut housing law can help clarify available options. If you believe a condemnation order was issued improperly, raising that concern with the director of health's office or a legal aid organization may be an avenue worth exploring.
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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