Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-187
Same—Alternate members appointed; terms
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The mayor, with the approval of the board of aldermen, shall also appoint three (3) alternate members of the housing code board of appeals for the term of five (5) years; however, no more than two (2) members shall be from the same political party.
Section 8-187 of the Shelton Code of Ordinances establishes that the housing code board of appeals must include three alternate members, each serving five-year terms, appointed by the mayor with aldermanic approval. A built-in political balance requirement limits the number of alternates from any single political party to no more than two. This provision is purely structural, governing how the appeals board is composed rather than regulating any landlord-tenant relationship directly.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Shelton Code ch. 8, art. VIII § 8-187, the housing code board of appeals—the body that hears appeals of housing code enforcement decisions—is required to maintain three alternate members. Operators who intend to appeal a housing code determination should be aware that this board is constituted under specific appointment and term rules. Understanding the board's composition can help property owners anticipate the procedural framework they will encounter in any appeal proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8-187 of the Shelton Code of Ordinances governs the makeup of the housing code board of appeals, which is the body tenants may turn to when contesting certain housing code decisions. The requirement for three alternate members with staggered five-year terms and cross-party representation is designed to keep the board functional and balanced. Tenants who believe a housing code matter has been improperly decided may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization to understand how to bring a concern before this board.
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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