New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-96
Compliance with division required
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No person shall occupy or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit for the purpose of living, sleeping, cooking or eating therein which does not comply with the requirements of this division.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 4 § 13-96 establishes a blanket prohibition on the use of any dwelling or dwelling unit for residential purposes—living, sleeping, cooking, or eating—unless that unit meets all requirements set out in the division. The rule applies equally to the person who occupies the unit and to the person who rents or otherwise makes it available to someone else. Neither side of a rental arrangement is permitted to proceed if the dwelling falls short of the division's standards.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 13-96 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances, a compliant property owner or manager ensures that every dwelling unit satisfies all requirements of Division 4 before it is offered for rent or occupied by a tenant. Operators generally conduct inspections and address any deficiencies prior to executing a lease or allowing move-in, since the prohibition covers both the act of letting and the act of occupying. Maintaining documentation of compliance efforts—such as inspection records and repair histories—is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate adherence to this division.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-96 of the New Britain Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when a dwelling unit does not meet the division's requirements, since occupying a non-compliant unit is itself addressed by this rule. Tenants who believe their unit falls short of the division's standards may consider contacting the relevant New Britain housing or code enforcement office to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations in Connecticut can also help residents understand what remedies or defenses may be available under 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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