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Connecticut Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of Connecticut rules for security deposits, entry notice, late fees, rent increases, and required disclosures.

This is a general summary for informational purposes, not legal advice. Laws change and local ordinances can add requirements beyond state law — verify current rules with your state's official statutes or an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.

Security deposit limit2 months rent; 1 month if tenant age 62+
Interest on deposit requiredYes
Deposit return deadline21 Days after move-out or 15 Days after forwarding address, whichever later days
Entry notice requiredReasonable notice; no fixed statutory hours commonly stated
Late fee limitLate charge restrictions apply; use state-specific formula/lease review
Late fee grace period9
Rent increase notice45
Eviction notice period3

Required disclosures in Connecticut

  • • Federal lead-based paint
  • • common interest community rules
  • • security deposit interest
  • • fire sprinkler/CO where applicable

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