Trenton — Ch. 8 Art. III Property Maintenance § 8-120
Duty of owner to maintain
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The owner of the premises or structure shall maintain the property in compliance with the requirements set forth herein. A person shall not occupy, as owner/occupant, or lease to another for occupancy or use, premises or structures which do not comply with the requirements of this article.
Trenton's Ch. 8 Art. III Property Maintenance § 8-120 places the responsibility for keeping a property in compliance with local maintenance standards squarely on the owner. Neither owner-occupants nor landlords may lawfully occupy or rent out premises that fall short of the article's requirements. The rule applies regardless of whether the owner lives on-site or rents to others.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 8-120, property owners and managers in Trenton are expected to keep their buildings and premises continuously in compliance with the standards set out in Ch. 8 Art. III before and during any occupancy or rental arrangement. Compliant operators typically conduct regular inspections, address maintenance deficiencies promptly, and ensure that no unit is offered for lease while known code violations remain unresolved. Failing to meet these obligations can expose an owner to enforcement action under the article.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 8-120 establishes that tenants have a right to occupy premises that meet Trenton's property maintenance standards, and the duty to deliver and maintain that condition rests with the owner. If a rental unit appears to fall below those standards, tenants may document conditions, notify the owner in writing, and contact Trenton's local code enforcement or housing inspection office to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Trenton's municipal code can help residents understand the range of options available when a landlord may not be meeting the obligations set out in Ch. 8 Art. III.
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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