Landlord Identification

It is the duty of the landlord to notify the tenant in writing, on or before the commencement of the tenancy, of the name and address of the person authorized to manage the premises and the person who is authorized to receive all notices, demands, and service of process (Chapter 830 Sec. 47a-6). The name and address should be kept current. Disobeying these rules will lead to consequences.

Rent Increases

In Connecticut, as a landlord, you cannot raise the rent during the lease term unless the lease agreement allows it. You can increase the rent after the expiration of the current lease agreement, but not during the lease term. If a tenant thinks a rent increase is unreasonable, they can submit a complaint to their local Fair Rent Commission. For more information, click here.

Tenant-Based Subsidies

Tenant subsidies, or housing subsidies, are a housing policy tool that helps low-income individuals and families afford housing. The goal of subsidies is to ensure that people have access to affordable housing without compromising on other basic needs. Some basics:

• Subsidies can be direct financial contributions or indirect methods, such as tax credits or reduced-interest loans for property developers.
• Tenant subsidies are a source of income, meaning landlords cannot legally deny a tenant. For example, a landlord can say that their income will not make ends meet but cannot say that they don’t accept Section 8.
• Renters are not able to apply for these programs directly. Instead, they will be matched to these programs if they are experiencing homelessness or residing in a shelter. The only exception is the Section 8 / Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which is open to anyone when applications are accepted. Shelters may also occasionally have access to mainstream vouchers to assist individuals in transitioning out of the shelter system.