Killingly, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. III § 4-69
Lavatory Sink
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Section 4-69 Lavatory Sink Within every dwelling unit there shall be a lavatory sink. Said lavatory sink may be in the same room as the flush water closet, or, if located in another room, the lavatory sink shall be located in close proximity to the door leading directly into the room in which said water closet is located. The lavatory sink shall be in good working condition and properly connected to a water supply system which provides at all times an adequate amount of heated and unheated running water under pressure and which is properly connected to a sewer system. Water inlets for lavatory sinks shall be located above the overflow rim of these facilities.
Section 4-69 of the Killingly Rental Housing Standards Code requires that every dwelling unit contain a lavatory sink in good working condition. The sink must be connected to a water supply that delivers both hot and cold running water under pressure at all times, and it must drain into a properly connected sewer system. The sink may share a room with the toilet or be placed in a nearby room close to the toilet's door, and its water inlets must be positioned above the sink's overflow rim as a sanitary safeguard.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 4-69, compliant rental operators ensure that each dwelling unit contains a lavatory sink that is functional, properly plumbed for both hot and cold pressurized water, and connected to the sewer system. Operators generally verify that the sink is either in the same room as the toilet or positioned in close proximity to that room's door, and that water inlets sit above the overflow rim. Routine maintenance inspections help confirm that the sink remains in good working condition throughout a tenancy.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 4-69 gives tenants in Killingly the right to a lavatory sink that provides both heated and unheated running water under pressure at all times, properly connected to the sewer. If a sink is broken, lacks hot or cold water, or is improperly located relative to the toilet, that may constitute a violation of the Rental Housing Standards Code. Tenants who believe this standard is not being met can document the condition, notify their landlord in writing, and explore options such as contacting the local housing or code enforcement office or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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