9 - Building Egress¶
Presented and Sponsored by Board Member: FireMarshaIBillBurns
Be it enacted by the County Councillors and County Commissioners here assembled that
THE BOARD OF NEW HAVEN COUNTY ENACTS
Section I - Definitions¶
- Egress - Defined as a point of escape or exit including but not limited to the front entrance of a structure.
- Garage - Defined as an area designated for maintenance or parking apart of the building’s design.
- Vehicle - Defined as a motorized passenger or utility vehicle.
- Offender - Defined as an individual who is actively violating the ordinance.
Section II - Text¶
- No person shall block a point of egress with their person, vehicle, or object.
- No person shall prevent another person fearing for their life from exiting a hazardous structure or location.
- A violation of the ordinance will result in the offender(s) & his/her/their belongings being removed by force.
- If the offender(s) continue, they shall be cited or arrested for disorderly conduct.
Section III - General Provisions¶
- Upon this County Ordnance being published, it shall go into effect immediately. All conflicting Municipal Ordinances & County Ordinances will be declared null and void.
Last update: May 12, 2020