New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-97
Kitchen sink required
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Every dwelling unit shall contain a kitchen sink in good working condition, apart from the lavatory sink required in section 13-100 , and properly connected to a water and sewer or septic system approved by the director of health, and which can provide at all times an adequate amount of heated and unheated running water under pressure.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 4 § 13-97 establishes that every dwelling unit must have a dedicated kitchen sink—separate from any bathroom lavatory—that is in good working condition, connected to an approved water and sewer or septic system, and capable of supplying both hot and cold running water under pressure at all times. The rule treats the kitchen sink as a distinct, mandatory fixture rather than an optional amenity. This requirement applies regardless of the size or type of the dwelling unit.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 13-97, compliant property operators ensure that each dwelling unit contains a functioning kitchen sink that is plumbed separately from the bathroom lavatory and tied into a water and sewer or septic system approved by the director of health. Operators routinely inspect kitchen sink connections to confirm that both heated and unheated water flow at adequate pressure without interruption. Addressing leaks, clogs, or pressure failures promptly helps maintain the good working condition the ordinance requires.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-97 gives occupants of every dwelling unit the right to a kitchen sink—distinct from the bathroom sink—that delivers hot and cold running water under pressure at all times through an approved plumbing system. If a kitchen sink is missing, broken, or lacks proper water supply, tenants may report the condition to the New Britain housing or health department as a potential code violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with the New Britain Code of Ordinances can help residents understand the general options available when a landlord does not maintain this required fixture.
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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