New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-37
Same—Adoption of plans of inspection
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(a) The chief building inspector is hereby authorized and directed to develop and adopt plans for the inspection of dwelling units subject to the provisions of this article, including: (1) A plan for the periodic inspection of multiple dwellings and rooming houses subject to the provisions of division 9 of this article, governing the licensing of the operation of such buildings. (2) A plan for the systematic inspection of dwelling units contained within the city as may from time to time be designated by the chief building inspector. (b) Before making inspections pursuant to a plan authorized in subparagraph (a)(1) and (2) of this section, the chief building inspector shall advise the public of the plan to inspect.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 2 § 13-37 establishes the framework under which the city's chief building inspector is authorized to create and carry out structured inspection programs for dwelling units, including multiple dwellings and rooming houses. Two types of plans are contemplated: periodic inspections tied to the licensing requirements in division 9, and broader systematic inspections of dwelling units the chief building inspector designates. Before any inspections under either plan begin, the public must be notified in advance of the upcoming inspection program.
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Under § 13-37, property owners and managers of multiple dwellings and rooming houses subject to licensing under division 9 should expect periodic inspections as part of a formally adopted plan. The chief building inspector is required to give public notice before inspections commence, so compliant operators generally monitor official city announcements and maintain their properties in code-compliant condition in anticipation of scheduled inspection cycles. Keeping records of maintenance, repairs, and prior inspection results is a practice commonly associated with smooth participation in these programs.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-37 gives tenants in New Britain the assurance that their dwelling units are subject to structured, publicly announced inspection programs overseen by the chief building inspector. Because the provision requires public notice before inspections begin, tenants can watch for official city announcements about upcoming inspection plans affecting their building or neighborhood. Tenants who believe their unit has not been inspected as required, or who have housing condition concerns, may consider contacting the city's building inspection office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on 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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