New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 606
Definition(s) (New Haven Housing Code)
Operative Text
For the purposes of this division, the following term(s) shall have the following meaning(s): (a) Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas, which is produced by the incomplete burning of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels. (b) Fossil fuel shall include coal, natural gas, kerosene, oil, propane and wood. (c) Sleeping area means the area of the dwelling unit in which the bedrooms or sleeping rooms are located. Bedrooms or sleeping rooms separated by another use area such as a kitchen or living room are separate "sleeping areas."
New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 606 establishes the foundational definitions that apply throughout the carbon monoxide safety division of the city's housing code. It defines carbon monoxide as a colorless, odorless, toxic gas produced by incomplete combustion of fuels, specifies which fuel types qualify as 'fossil fuels,' and clarifies how 'sleeping area' is determined within a dwelling unit. Notably, bedrooms separated by a kitchen or living room are treated as distinct sleeping areas rather than a single zone.
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Property owners and managers operating under New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 606 should be familiar with how the code defines key terms, since those definitions shape compliance obligations throughout the division. Because bedrooms separated by a common area like a kitchen or living room each constitute a separate 'sleeping area,' operators generally account for that layout when determining where carbon monoxide detection equipment must be placed. Understanding which fuel sources qualify as 'fossil fuels' under this section—coal, natural gas, kerosene, oil, propane, and wood—helps operators identify which appliances and systems trigger related requirements.
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New Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances tit. V § 606 sets out the definitions that underpin tenants' rights and protections under the city's carbon monoxide safety rules. Tenants living in units with bedrooms separated by a kitchen or living room should be aware that each cluster of bedrooms may qualify as a distinct 'sleeping area' under this provision, which can affect what protections apply to their specific layout. Tenants who believe their dwelling does not meet the standards built on these definitions may consider contacting the New Haven building or housing department 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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