CT SB01212

Prohibits foreclosing parties from evicting bona fide tenants (those not affiliated with the mortgagor) in residential properties other than single-family houses except for cause under section 47a-23c or when a bona fide buyer requires the building be vacant as a sale condition.

Establishes protections effective July 1, 2011 requiring written rental agreements entered into more than 60 days before foreclosure to expire on the date contained in the agreement or 60 days after title vests, whichever occurs first.

Requires 30 days notice for eviction of tenants with rental agreements entered into within 60 days of foreclosure commencement or on a month-to-month basis.

Preserves tenants' rights under section 47a-23c and the federal Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act (P.L. 111-22), and permits foreclosing parties to negotiate voluntary buyout agreements while clearly informing tenants they cannot be evicted without cause.

Allows rent disputes during the occupancy period to be resolved in accordance with existing statutory procedures.