Winchester, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 305 (2026) § 305-5
Fees (Winchester Rental Property)
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A. The Building Official shall charge a fee as set from time to time by the Board of Selectmen for each unit, which is to be paid prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy. B. The Building Official may charge an additional fee as set from time to time by the Board of Selectmen if a reinspection is necessary in order for the dwelling to comply with § 305-1 .
Winchester, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 305 § 305-5 establishes a fee structure tied to rental housing inspections. A base fee, set periodically by the Board of Selectmen, must be paid for each unit before a certificate of occupancy is issued. If a dwelling requires a reinspection to meet the standards in § 305-1, the Building Official is authorized to charge an additional fee, also set by the Board of Selectmen.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 305 § 305-5, compliant operators in Winchester generally ensure that the per-unit fee established by the Board of Selectmen is paid in full before seeking a certificate of occupancy from the Building Official. Operators also budget for the possibility of a reinspection fee if the dwelling does not initially satisfy the requirements of § 305-1. Keeping records of fee payments and inspection outcomes helps demonstrate compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Winchester, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 305 § 305-5 ties the issuance of a certificate of occupancy to the payment of inspection fees, which means a unit should have passed the required inspection process before occupancy is certified. Tenants who have questions about whether a unit holds a valid certificate of occupancy may contact the Winchester Building Official for records. Tenant-rights organizations can also help explain what the certificate of occupancy requirement under § 305-5 means for housing conditions and habitability standards.
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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