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CT HB06949
Bill
Status
2/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Housing Committee
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AI Summary
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Defines "unreasonably withhold consent" to include a tenant refusing landlord entry for 14 or more consecutive days, clarifying when tenants must allow access for inspections, repairs, services, or property showings
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Landlords may enter without tenant consent only in cases of emergency, pursuant to court order, as permitted by section 47a-16a, or if the tenant has abandoned or surrendered the premises
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Landlords must provide reasonable written or oral notice of intent to enter and may only enter at reasonable times, except during emergencies
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Prohibits landlords from abusing the right of entry or using it to harass tenants
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Effective July 1, 2025, amending Connecticut General Statutes section 47a-16
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning A Landlord's Ability To Enter A Dwelling Unit.
Last Action
File Number 234
3/25/2025