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CT HB07027

Bill

Status

Passed

6/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Housing Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Condominium developers may withdraw escrow deposits exceeding 1% of the purchase price for construction costs once building has commenced, but only when the purchaser is an accredited investor and the contract explicitly permits this use

  • "Actual costs" eligible for escrow fund use include demolition, site clearing, permits, architectural/engineering fees, and construction expenses, but explicitly exclude sales, marketing, and advertising costs

  • Landlords must provide tenants with a copy of their account ledger upon request, showing all charges assessed, payments made, and any balance owed or overpaid

  • A working group is established to develop a uniform statutory definition of "affordable housing," with the first meeting required within 60 days and a report due by January 1, 2026

  • Sections 1-3 take effect July 1, 2025; the working group and technical correction to Public Act 25-52 are effective upon passage

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Use Of Condominium Deposits For Construction And Development, Accounting Of Rental Charges And A Working Group To Develop A Uniform Statutory Definition Of "affordable Housing".

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

6/30/2025

Committee Referrals

Housing2/20/2025

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