Shelton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-23
Owners to keep shared or public areas sanitary
Operative Text
Every owner of a dwelling containing two (2) or more dwelling units shall maintain in a clean and sanitary condition the shared or public areas of the dwelling and premises thereof.
Section 8-23 of the Shelton Code of Ordinances places the responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation in shared or public areas of multi-unit dwellings squarely on the property owner, not the tenants. This applies to any building with two or more dwelling units and covers both the interior common spaces and the surrounding premises. The rule establishes a baseline standard that these areas must be kept clean and sanitary at all times.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Shelton Code ch. 8, art. II § 8-23, operators of buildings with two or more units are responsible for the ongoing cleanliness and sanitary condition of all shared or public areas, including hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, lobbies, and exterior premises. Compliant property managers typically establish regular cleaning schedules, promptly address sanitation issues such as pest activity or waste accumulation, and document maintenance efforts. Keeping records of cleaning and maintenance activities can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8-23 of the Shelton Code of Ordinances gives tenants in multi-unit buildings a basis to expect that shared and public areas of their building and its premises will be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition by the owner. If common areas fall into an unsanitary state, tenants may have grounds to raise this provision when reporting conditions to local housing or code enforcement authorities. Tenant-rights organizations in the Shelton area can provide general information about how to document conditions and what complaint processes may be available.
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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