New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-204
Notice of transfer, sale or other disposal required
Operative Text
Every person holding a permit to operate a rooming house shall give notice in writing to the health department within twenty-four (24) hours after having sold, transferred, given away, or otherwise disposed of his ownership, interest or control of any such rooming house. Such notice shall include the name and address of the person succeeding to the ownership or control of such rooming house.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 9 § 13-204, any permit holder who sells, transfers, or otherwise gives up ownership or control of a rooming house must notify the city health department in writing within 24 hours of that transaction. The written notice must identify the incoming owner or controller by name and address. This rule ensures the health department maintains an accurate, up-to-date record of who is responsible for each permitted rooming house at all times.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators holding a rooming house permit under § 13-204 are generally expected to prepare a written notice the same day any ownership or control transfer occurs, submitting it to the New Britain health department within the 24-hour window. That notice should clearly state the full name and address of whoever is taking over the property. Compliant operators typically keep a copy of the submitted notice as part of their transaction records to document timely compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-204 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances requires that the health department be informed promptly whenever a rooming house changes hands, which means tenants should be able to learn who the new responsible party is through health department records. If a rooming house appears to have changed ownership without any corresponding update in city records, tenants may raise that gap when filing a complaint with the New Britain health department. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing ordinances can help residents understand how this notification requirement connects to broader protections around habitability and permit compliance.
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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