New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-81
Safe and sanitary storage of garbage and organic waste
Operative Text
Every occupant of a dwelling or dwelling unit shall store and dispose of all his garbage, refuse, and any other organic waste which might provide food for insects and/or rodents in a clean, sanitary and safe manner. All garbage cans and refuse containers shall be rat-proof, insect-proof, watertight, structurally strong to withstand handling stress, easily filled, emptied and cleaned; shall be provided with tight-fitting covers or similar closures, and shall be maintained at all times in a clean and sanitary condition. Plastic bags may be used as garbage and refuse containers liners, but shall not be used without the container for on-site storage of garbage or refuse. All bulk storage containers shall be equipped with self-losing lids.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 3 § 13-81 establishes standards for how garbage, refuse, and organic waste must be stored and disposed of in residential dwellings. Waste containers must be rat-proof, insect-proof, watertight, and structurally sound, and must be kept clean with tight-fitting lids at all times. Plastic bags are permitted only as liners inside approved containers, not as standalone outdoor storage, and bulk storage containers must have self-closing lids.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 3 § 13-81, compliant property operators generally ensure that all garbage and refuse containers provided or available on the property meet the structural and sanitary standards described in the ordinance — including being rat-proof, insect-proof, watertight, and fitted with tight-closing lids. Operators typically inspect containers regularly to confirm they remain in clean condition and are not damaged in ways that would compromise their integrity. Bulk storage containers on the property should be equipped with self-closing lids, and tenants should be informed that plastic bags alone are not an acceptable substitute for proper containers.
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 § 13-81 places responsibility on occupants to store and dispose of garbage and organic waste in a clean, sanitary, and safe manner using compliant containers. Tenants have a right to containers that meet the ordinance's standards, and if adequate containers are not available or maintained, that condition may be reportable to the local housing or code enforcement authority in New Britain. Tenant-rights organizations can provide general information about how to document conditions and what options may be available when a dwelling does not meet the storage requirements outlined in this provision.
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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