New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-19
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The provisions of this article shall apply uniformly to the construction, maintenance, use and occupancy of every portion of a building or its premises used or intended to be used for the purpose of dwelling, living, eating, sleeping, cooking therein, or occupancy, and shall apply uniformly to the alteration, repair, equipment, use, occupancy and maintenance of all existing residential buildings and structures within the city irrespective of when or under what code or codes such buildings or structures were originally constructed or rehabilitated.
Section 13-19 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances establishes that the housing standards set out in Article II apply broadly and equally to all residential buildings in the city, regardless of when they were built or what building code governed their original construction. The rule covers every phase of a building's life cycle, including construction, maintenance, use, occupancy, and any alterations or repairs. No residential structure is exempt simply because it predates current regulations or was built under a different code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 13-19, property owners and managers operating residential buildings in New Britain cannot rely on a building's age or its original construction code as a shield from current Article II requirements. Compliant operators generally ensure that maintenance, repairs, alterations, and day-to-day occupancy conditions meet the standards of this article across every part of the building and its premises. Keeping documentation of ongoing maintenance and any rehabilitation work helps demonstrate consistent compliance with the uniform applicability established by this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-19 makes clear that every residential building in New Britain — no matter how old or under what prior code it was built — is subject to the same housing standards under Article II. Tenants living in older buildings or recently renovated structures retain the same protections as those in newer construction, since the provision applies uniformly to all. Tenants who believe conditions in their building fall short of Article II standards may consider contacting the city's housing or code enforcement office, consulting a local tenant-rights organization, or raising the violation as a defense in relevant legal proceedings.
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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