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CT SB00272

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Planning and Development Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Municipalities may take immediate enforcement action without providing written notice or opportunity to remediate for the second or greater blight violation at a property within a twelve-month period, reduced from the current requirement of three violations

  • Civil penalties for third or greater violations at properties with six or fewer dwelling units remain capped at $1,000 per day

  • Blight regulations must define blight, establish property maintenance duties, specify neglect standards, and authorize municipal agents to enter property during reasonable hours for remediation purposes

  • Municipal agents remain prohibited from entering any dwelling house or structure on blighted property

  • Effective date is October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

An Act Authorizing Municipalities To Enforce Certain Blight Regulations Without Providing Notice Or An Opportunity To Remediate.

Last Action

Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Planning and Development2/19/2026

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