Waterbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 154 § 154.019
PLUMBING FIXTURES (Waterbury Housing Code)
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Every plumbing fixture and water and waste pipe shall be properly installed and maintained in good sanitary working condition, free from defects, leaks and obstructions. (1967 Code, § 9-18) Penalty, see § 10.99
Section 154.019 of the Waterbury Code of Ordinances requires that all plumbing fixtures, water supply pipes, and waste pipes in residential properties be properly installed and kept in good sanitary working order, without defects, leaks, or blockages. The rule establishes a baseline condition standard that applies continuously, not just at the time of installation. Violations of this standard are subject to penalties as referenced in § 10.99 of the Code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 154.019, compliant property operators routinely inspect plumbing fixtures, supply lines, and drain pipes to confirm they are free from leaks, defects, and obstructions. Maintenance records documenting repairs and inspections can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with the sanitary working condition standard. Penalty provisions referenced in § 10.99 apply to violations, so prompt remediation of identified plumbing issues is a hallmark of responsible property management.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 154.019 establishes a tenant's right to plumbing fixtures and pipes that are properly installed, sanitary, and free from defects, leaks, and obstructions. Tenants who observe conditions that appear to violate this standard may document the issue in writing and notify their landlord, and may also consider contacting Waterbury's local housing or code enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations can provide general information about available remedies, including how § 10.99 penalty provisions may factor into enforcement.
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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