New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-79
Responsibilities of tenants; tenant liability
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Every occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit causing damage to such premises so that it does not comply with the requirements of this article shall be subject to the penalties hereof, and shall be responsible for all damage beyond that wear caused by normal use, care and maintenance to the real property within such occupant's possession or control. The provisions of this section shall not relieve the owner of the responsibility of repair.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 3 § 13-79 establishes that occupants who cause damage bringing a dwelling out of compliance with the article's housing standards can face the penalties set out in that article. Occupants are also financially responsible for damage that goes beyond ordinary wear and tear on the property they occupy. Importantly, this rule does not remove the property owner's independent obligation to make repairs.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 3 § 13-79, compliant property owners continue to carry their own repair and maintenance obligations regardless of any tenant-caused damage. Operators generally document the condition of units at move-in and move-out to distinguish normal wear and tear from damage attributable to an occupant. Maintaining clear records supports any subsequent claim for damages beyond ordinary use while keeping the owner's own compliance duties intact.
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. 3 § 13-79 makes occupants responsible for damage they cause that exceeds normal wear and tear, and subjects them to the article's penalties if that damage brings the unit out of code compliance. However, the same provision explicitly preserves the landlord's duty to repair, meaning a tenant's responsibility for damage does not excuse an owner from addressing housing code deficiencies. Tenants who believe a landlord is improperly shifting repair obligations onto them may consider contacting the New Britain housing or code enforcement office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general information.
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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