New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-43
Notice of inspection
Operative Text
The owner of record, operator and the occupant of a dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit shall be notified in writing at least seven (7) days in advance of a planned routine inspection. The owner shall be notified at his last known address.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 2 § 13-43 establishes that before a routine inspection of a dwelling, dwelling unit, or rooming unit takes place, written notice must be provided to the owner of record, the operator, and the occupant at least seven days ahead of time. The owner's notice is sent to their last known address. This rule applies specifically to planned routine inspections, not emergency or complaint-driven visits.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 13-43, property owners and operators in New Britain should expect to receive written advance notice at least seven days before any planned routine inspection of their property. Keeping current contact information on file with the relevant municipal authority helps ensure that notices reach the owner of record at their last known address without delay. Compliant operators also take care to ensure that occupants are similarly notified within the required timeframe.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-43 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances gives occupants the right to receive written notice at least seven days before a planned routine inspection of their dwelling, dwelling unit, or rooming unit. If a tenant believes proper notice was not provided, they may raise this as a concern with the appropriate municipal housing or code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations in Connecticut can also help residents understand how this notice requirement applies to their situation.
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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