Waterbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154.016
FOUNDATION, FLOOR, WALL, CEILING, ROOF (Waterbury Housing Code)
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Every foundation, floor, wall, ceiling and roof shall be reasonably weather-tight, water-tight and rodent-proof; shall be capable of affording privacy; and shall be kept in good repair. (1967 Code, § 9-15) Penalty, see § 10.99
Under Waterbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154.016, every residential foundation, floor, wall, ceiling, and roof must be reasonably weather-tight, water-tight, and rodent-proof, while also providing adequate privacy and being maintained in good repair. The provision establishes a baseline structural and habitability standard that applies to these building components. Violations of this standard are subject to penalties referenced in § 10.99 of the municipal code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under ch. 154 § 154.016 generally ensure that all structural envelope components—foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, and roofs—are inspected and maintained so they remain weather-tight, water-tight, and rodent-proof. Compliant operators typically address gaps, cracks, deterioration, or pest entry points promptly and document repair work as part of routine property management. Failure to maintain these components in good repair can expose an operator to municipal penalties under § 10.99.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 154.016 of the Waterbury Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to expect that their unit's structural components—including the roof, walls, floors, ceilings, and foundation—are kept weather-tight, water-tight, rodent-proof, and in good repair. If these conditions are not met, tenants may have grounds to report the deficiency to Waterbury's code enforcement office or raise the violation in relevant legal proceedings. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand the range of options available under this provision.
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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