New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-179
Storage for toxic materials
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For the purpose of ensuring the safety of children in the residential environment, each dwelling shall have a facility suitable for the safe storage of medicines, toxic materials, and various poisonous household substances, including, but not limited to, ammonia, paint and gasoline.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 8 § 13-179 requires that every residential dwelling include a storage facility designed to safely contain medicines, toxic materials, and poisonous household substances—such as ammonia, paint, and gasoline—with the explicit goal of protecting children from exposure to these hazards. The rule applies to the dwelling itself, meaning the physical space must be equipped with an appropriate storage solution. It does not specify a particular type of storage unit, but the facility must be genuinely suitable for keeping dangerous substances out of reach or otherwise safely contained.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 8 § 13-179, compliant property operators generally ensure that each residential unit they manage includes a dedicated storage area or fixture capable of safely housing medicines, toxic chemicals, and other poisonous household substances. This often means providing lockable cabinets, secured storage closets, or similar features that prevent unsupervised access, particularly by children. Operators typically document the presence and condition of such storage facilities during routine inspections and when preparing units for new occupants.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 8 § 13-179 gives residents of New Britain dwellings a right to a storage facility suitable for safely keeping medicines, toxic materials, and poisonous household substances. If a unit lacks such a facility, tenants may have grounds to raise this as a housing code violation with the appropriate local housing or code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations in the New Britain area can help residents understand what options are generally available, including how to document the deficiency and what complaint processes may apply.
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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