State Landlord Laws

Connecticut Landlord
Tenant Laws

Security deposit limits, notice requirements, rent control status, and the forms you need as a Connecticut landlord.

Connecticut Landlord-Tenant Law at a Glance

Security Deposit Limit
2 months (under 62) / 1 month (62+)

Maximum is 2 months' rent for tenants under 62, and 1 month's rent for tenants 62 and older (CGS § 47a-21). Must be returned within 30 days.

Notice Requirements
3 days (nonpayment) / 15 days (other lease violations)

3-day notice to quit for nonpayment of rent. 15-day notice for other material violations.

Rent Control
City-level only

Connecticut does not have statewide rent control, but certain municipalities (e.g., Hartford, Bridgeport) have limited rent control ordinances for specific housing types.

Required Disclosures
  • Move-in/move-out condition statement (CGS § 47a-11c)
  • Landlord's name and address
  • Summary of tenant rights (CGS § 47a-11c)
  • Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978)
Eviction Timeline
5–10 weeks

Connecticut's summary process eviction takes 5–10 weeks on average due to mandatory waiting periods and court scheduling.

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Legal Forms

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