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Landlords and property managers should know Connecticut LandlordTenant laws when managing a rental property in Connecticut. This video covers everything you need to know about Connecticut lease laws and Connecticut Landlord Laws.

A standard, fixedterm Connecticut Rental Contract is usually for a oneyear (12month) period. Either party can terminate a monthtomonth Lease Agreement with 30 days' notice.

Landlord & Tenant Laws in Connecticut: Lease Requirements
Landlord Identification: Connecticut Leases must identify the Landlord or agent and provide an address for official notices.

LeadBased Paint Disclosure & Pamphlet: For rental units built before 1978, Landlords must provide Tenants with a leadbased paint disclosure and pamphlet https://www.ezlandlordforms.com/docum....

Fire Sprinkler System Disclosure: Landlords with buildings taller than four stories must include a Fire Sprinkler System Disclosure in their Connecticut Lease Agreement.

Common Interest Community Disclosure: If the rental unit is in a common interest community, Landlords must disclose this to Tenants.


Connecticut LandlordTenant Laws
Connecticut Security Deposit Regulations
Landlords may charge up to two months’ rent for Tenants less than 62 years old and up to one month’s rent for Tenants 62 or older. Landlords must return the security deposit, plus any accrued interest, within 30 days of the end of the tenancy.

Connecticut Landlord Entry Laws
Landlords must give reasonable notice before entering the property for nonemergencies. Generally, 24 hours written notice is considered reasonable.

Connecticut Late Fee Requirements
Connecticut has a nineday grace period, so late fees can only be assessed once rent is ten days late. The Lease must include late fee policies, and late fees cannot exceed either 5 dollars a day up to a maximum of $50 or 5% of the rent due.

Renters Insurance in Connecticut
Landlords may require Tenants to get renters insurance.

Connecticut Returned Check Fees
In Connecticut, Landlords may charge up to $20 for returned payment fees. This fee must be discussed in the Lease Agreement.

Connecticut Increase in Rent Laws
Connecticut has no limits on rent increases. However, the Lease Agreement should discuss the procedure and notice requirements for rent increases.

Connecticut Tenant and Landlord Laws Landlords’ Responsibilities
Landlord Repair Laws Connecticut
Landlords must provide Tenants with a clean rental unit with properly working plumbing and heating systems. Landlords must provide clean common areas and welllit hallways and entries in multiunit buildings. Tenants should immediately notify Landlords of any necessary repairs.

Tenants Rights Laws Connecticut
If Landlords fail to make necessary repairs within 15 days, Tenants have specific rights including the right to withhold rent. Retaliation by the Landlord against Tenants is strictly prohibited.

Evictions in Connecticut
If a Tenant fails to pay rent or violates the Lease Agreement, the Landlord may start the eviction process. In these situations, Landlords must strictly follow Connecticut law and can never resort to “selfhelp” eviction methods, such as changing locks or shutting off utilities.

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Disclaimer: This video is solely for education purposes. It is not intended to serve as legal advice. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any of this information.