The Connecticut State Building Code, enforced by Bridgeport, requires fire sprinklers in most multifamily, commercial, and high-occupancy buildings. New one- and two-family homes are not currently required to have sprinklers, but voluntary installs are encouraged.
Connecticut adopts the International Building Code through CGS §29-252, which Bridgeport applies under Chapter 11. NFPA 13 and 13R sprinklers are required in apartment buildings of three or more units, hotels, assembly occupancies above set occupant loads, and most commercial structures. Single-family and two-family detached homes remain exempt under current Connecticut amendments, though local fire marshals may require sprinklers in townhouses and certain renovations. Existing buildings undergoing change of use or major renovation typically must add sprinkler coverage. Bridgeport Fire Marshal inspects systems annually and after any modification.
Operating without required sprinklers, disabling heads, or skipping annual inspections can bring stop-work orders, occupancy revocation, fines up to $1,000 per day, and personal liability for owners after a fire.
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