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The Stamford Department of Health & Human Services seeks to provide essential information to Landlords and Property Managers by helping you to stay informed, feel supported, and have success in managing your rental properties. 

Landlord Identification

Before a tenant moves in, landlords are required to provide the tenant in writing with the name and address of the person who:

  • Manages the property, and
  • Is authorized to receive legal notices, demands, or official documents.

This information must be shared before the lease begins and should always be kept up to date. (CT State Law: Chapter 830 Sec. 47a-6)

Rent Increases

Effective October 2024, notification must be provided to tenant(s) at least 45 days prior to rental increases.

In Connecticut, landlords can increase the rent but only after the term of lease has ended. Landlords cannot increase the rent during an active lease.

There is not specific limit on how much the rent can be raised. However, if a tenant feels the increase is too high, they can file a complaint with their local Fair Rent Commission.

Renter Rights and Laws

The Rights and Responsibilities of Landlords and Tenants are covered in Chapter 830 of the CT General Statute.

Public Act 23-207 outlines new requirements like DOH Form 011, Pre-Occupancy Walkthroughs, and CT Model Lease Agreement.

Public Act 24-143 outlines requirements for rent increases.

In Connecticut, tenants have the right to fair housing—free from discrimination based on race, religion, disability, gender, or lawful source of income.

If you or anyone you know is experiencing housing discrimination, contact the CT Fair Housing Center at (860) 247-4400.

Learn more by clicking the links below:

Tenant-Based Subsidies

Tenant-based subsidies help low-income individuals and families afford safe and stable housing. These count as a legal source of income, so it’s against the law to deny someone housing for using one.

Click below for programs that help cover rent costs.

Upcoming Events:

The Housing Collective is hosting a series of virtual Landlord Learning Sessions for June 2025. These sessions are focused on rental subsidies, understanding tenants, and peer-to-peer learning. To learn more and RSVP, click below: