New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-60
Housing board of appeals—Creation
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A housing board of appeals is hereby created which shall consist of five (5) electors of the city, appointed by the mayor subject to the concurrence of a majority of the council present. All subsequent terms shall be for a period of five (5) years. Each board member shall serve until his successor has been duly appointed and qualified.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 2 § 13-60 establishes a Housing Board of Appeals for the city of New Britain, composed of five city electors appointed by the mayor with majority council approval. Board members serve five-year terms and remain in their positions until a successor is properly appointed and qualified. This provision creates the governing body responsible for hearing housing-related appeals within the city.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 2 § 13-60, the Housing Board of Appeals is the body to which housing-related decisions may be appealed. Property owners and managers operating in New Britain generally familiarize themselves with this board's existence and composition, as it represents a formal avenue for contesting certain housing determinations. Knowing the board's structure and appointment process helps operators understand the institutional framework governing local housing oversight.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 2 § 13-60 establishes the Housing Board of Appeals as a formal body that may serve as a resource for residents seeking to challenge housing-related decisions in the city. Tenants who believe a housing determination has affected their rights may have the option of bringing concerns before this board. Local tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how the board's appeals process may be relevant to their housing 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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