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CT SB00272
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Planning and Development Committee
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AI Summary
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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
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Civil penalties for third or greater violations at properties with six or fewer dwelling units remain capped at $1,000 per day
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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
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Municipal agents remain prohibited from entering any dwelling house or structure on blighted property
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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