Waterbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154.018
STAIRS AND PORCHES (Waterbury Housing Code)
Operative Text
Every inside and outside stair, every porch and every appurtenance thereto shall be maintained and kept in sound condition and good repair. (1967 Code, § 9-17) Penalty, see § 10.99
Section 154.018 of the Waterbury Code of Ordinances requires that all interior and exterior stairs, porches, and their associated components be kept structurally sound and in good repair at all times. The rule applies to every such feature of a residential property, regardless of whether it is inside or outside the building. Failure to meet this standard constitutes a code violation subject to penalties referenced in § 10.99.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 154.018, compliant property operators routinely inspect all interior staircases, exterior stairs, porches, and attached elements—such as railings, balusters, and treads—to confirm they remain structurally sound and in good repair. Documented inspection schedules and prompt repair records help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this Waterbury ordinance. Violations are subject to the penalty provisions set out in § 10.99 of the Code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 154.018 establishes a clear standard that stairs, porches, and their appurtenances must be maintained in sound condition and good repair, which can be relevant if a tenant is living with deteriorating or unsafe stair or porch conditions. Tenants who believe this provision is being violated may consider filing a complaint with Waterbury's local housing or code enforcement office, or contacting a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Penalties for non-compliance are governed by § 10.99, which may provide additional context when pursuing a complaint.
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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