CT HB05151

Expands authority of municipal animal control officers to take custody of cats that damage property in common interest communities (condominiums, homeowner associations) in addition to private property.

Allows municipalities to adopt ordinances prohibiting cat owners from allowing cats to substantially damage common elements of common interest communities or cause unsanitary/dangerous conditions, with violations treated as infractions.

Extends dog liability statutes to include damage to common elements of common interest communities, making owners/keepers liable for injuries to guide dogs and other damages occurring on common property.

Clarifies that premises of animal owners do not include common elements of common interest communities, establishing that animals roaming on such property are subject to leash laws and other animal control regulations.

Makes it an infraction for persons to intentionally or recklessly release domestic animals that enter another's real property (including common interest community property) and cause damage exceeding $100.