01/29/2024
Are you a landlord? Be aware of changes in laws that took effect in October 2023 and Jan. 1,2024. Ignorance of the law is no excuse for not applying it properly.
A law that took effect January 1, 2024 requires that landlords distribute information outlining certain tenant rights including protections from eviction for people 62 and older or people with long-term disabilities. The Department of Housing notification form is available online.
Several other landlord-tenant laws took effect last October including:
1. limiting the tenant screening fee to $50 per adult occupant
prohibiting additional application fees including move in, move out fees
2. providing the opportunity for a documented walk-though prior to occupancy
3. decreasing the amount of time to return a security deposit to 21 days
4. removing an exclusion in fair housing that would permit an owner-occupied landlord to discriminate based on sexual orientation
5. limits on late charges for overdue rent.
YES, you are required to know the laws. Not sure what they are? Check out this link and/or consult your attorney.
Connecticut Law About Landlord/Tenant Law: Useful links to information on summary process and landlord and tenant laws.
