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CT SB00263

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/26/2020

Primary Sponsor

Public Safety and Security Committee

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Origin

Senate

2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces Section 47a-16 of the general statutes, effective July 1, 2020, governing landlord entry into dwelling units.

  • Allows landlords to enter dwelling units without tenant consent in emergencies or if the tenant has abandoned or surrendered the premises.

  • Requires landlords to provide reasonable written or oral notice of intent to enter and may only enter at reasonable times, except in emergencies.

  • Permits landlords to provide a tenant's designated emergency contact with access to the dwelling unit to check on the tenant's well-being if the landlord is unable to contact the tenant after making reasonable efforts.

  • Landlords are prohibited from abusing the right of entry or using it to harass the tenant.

Legislative Description

An Act Allowing An Emergency Contact Access To A Dwelling Unit Without The Tenant's Consent Under Certain Circumstances.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/05

2/28/2020

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Security2/26/2020

Full Bill Text

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