New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-211
Egress
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Access to or egress from each rooming unit shall be provided without passing through any other rooming unit.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 9 § 13-211, every rooming unit must have its own independent path of entry and exit. This means a resident cannot be required to walk through another tenant's rooming unit in order to reach their own space or to leave the building. The rule is designed to protect both privacy and safe evacuation in rooming houses.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rooming houses subject to ch. 13, art. II, div. 9 § 13-211 generally ensure that hallways, stairwells, or other common pathways provide direct access to each rooming unit without routing occupants through a neighboring unit. Compliant properties are typically configured so that no unit's interior serves as a corridor for another. Reviewing floor plans and circulation routes against this standard is a common part of maintaining a lawful rooming house.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-211 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances gives rooming-unit occupants the right to enter and exit their own space without passing through another resident's unit. If a rooming unit's only access route runs through another occupied unit, that arrangement may constitute a violation of this provision. Tenants who believe this standard is not being met can document the conditions, contact the relevant New Britain housing or code enforcement office, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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