Norwich, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. IV § 4-58
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That the International Property Maintenance Code is amended and revised in the following respects: (a) Section PM-101.1 (page 1, second line) insert "the City of Norwich." (b) Section PM-103 , delete 103.1, 103.2, 103.3 and 103.5 in their entirety. (c) Section PM-104 add 104.1.1 "The Building Official shall be responsible for administering and coordinating the Property Maintenance Code compliance program and performing such other duties as may be delegated to him. All reference to the "Code Official" shall also apply to other designated inspectors as shall be necessary for administration of this code and as authorized by the appointing authority. (d) Section PM-111.2 (page 6, eighth line) delete period and insert at end of line "and each member shall be an elector of the City of Norwich." (e) Section PM-112 delete section in its entirety. (f) Section PM-202 add "Temporary Roof Coverings. Non-permanent materials not meeting Building Code." (g) Section PM-304 add 304.6.1 "Temporary siding. Temporary siding coverings shall not remain 60 days after notification of violation. Permanent code compliant materials shall be installed to replace temporary siding." (h) Section PM-304 add 304.7.1 "Temporary roof coverings. Non-permanent materials not meeting the Building Code. Permanent code compliant materials shall be installed to replace temporary roofing." (i) Section PM-304.14 (page 13) delete "During the period from (DATE) to (DATE)." (j) Section PM-308.3.2 (page 15, line 5) delete period (.) and insert "stored in a location approved by any agent designated by the Building Official." (k) Section PM-602.3 (page 21, fourth and fifth line) delete "during the period from (DATE) to (DATE)." (l) Section PM-604.3.1.1 (page 22, line 9) delete period (.) and insert "or IRC as applicable." (m) Section PM-703 (page 25) delete 703.1 and 703.2 in their entirety. (n) Section PM-704 (page 25) add 704.2(4) "carbon monoxide detection shall be installed in accordance with the current State of Connecticut Building Code." (o) Section PM-704 (page 25) delete 704.1 and 704.1.1 in their entirety. (p) Section PM-704.2 (page 25) add "4. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed in accordance with the State of Connecticut building code.
Norwich Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. IV § 4-58 establishes a series of local amendments to the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) as adopted by the City of Norwich. The changes customize administrative responsibilities, define temporary roofing and siding standards with specific timelines for correction, and align fire-safety and carbon monoxide detection requirements with Connecticut state building codes. Certain IPMC sections—including appeals and fire-protection provisions—are deleted in their entirety and replaced by Norwich-specific rules.
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Under Norwich Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. IV § 4-58, property owners and managers operating in Norwich are generally expected to comply with the locally amended version of the IPMC rather than the unmodified national model code. Compliant operators ensure that temporary siding is replaced with permanent, code-compliant materials within 60 days of receiving a violation notice, and that temporary roof coverings are similarly replaced. Carbon monoxide detectors must be installed in accordance with the current State of Connecticut Building Code, and all inspections and compliance matters are coordinated through the Building Official or designated inspectors.
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Norwich Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. IV § 4-58 shapes the property maintenance standards that apply to rental housing in Norwich, including requirements for permanent roofing and siding materials and proper carbon monoxide detection. Tenants who observe conditions such as long-standing temporary roof or siding materials, or missing carbon monoxide detectors, may have grounds to raise these as maintenance concerns under the locally amended IPMC. General enforcement paths can include contacting the Norwich Building Official's office to report a potential violation, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options.
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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