Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-156
Structural parts of units to be safe; capable of supporting normal loads
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Every foundation, roof, floor, exterior and interior wall, ceiling, inside and outside stair, every porch, and every appurtenance, thereto, shall be safe to use and capable of supporting the loads that normal use may cause to be placed thereon, and shall be kept in sound condition and good repair.
Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. VI § 8-156 establishes that all major structural components of a dwelling unit — including foundations, roofs, floors, walls, ceilings, stairs, porches, and their attachments — must be maintained in sound condition and good repair. These elements must be safe for ordinary use and capable of bearing the loads that normal occupancy and activity place on them. The rule applies continuously, not just at the time a unit is first rented or inspected.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. VI § 8-156, compliant property operators routinely inspect and maintain all structural components — foundations, roofs, floors, walls, ceilings, stairs, and porches — to ensure they remain sound and capable of supporting normal loads. Operators generally document repair work and address deterioration promptly before conditions worsen or become unsafe. Keeping maintenance records and scheduling periodic professional assessments are practices commonly associated with meeting this standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Shelton Code of Ordinances ch. 8, art. VI § 8-156 gives tenants a basis to expect that all structural parts of their unit — including floors, ceilings, stairs, porches, and walls — are kept safe and in good repair throughout the tenancy. If a structural element appears unsafe or deteriorating, tenants generally have options such as notifying the landlord in writing, contacting the local housing or building code enforcement office, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance. Documenting the condition with photographs and written communications is a step many tenants take when raising concerns under provisions like this one.
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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