East Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. VII § 2-103
Penalties for offenses
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(a) Any person who violates any order of rent reduction or rent suspension by demanding, accepting, or receiving an amount in excess thereof while such order remains in effect, and no appeal pursuant to section 2-101 is pending, or who violates any other provision of this article or C.G.S. § 47a-20, or who refuses to obey any subpoena, order, or decision of the commission pursuant thereto, shall be fined not less than twenty-five dollars ($25) nor more than one hundred dollars ($100.00) for each offense. (b) If such offense continues for more than five (5) days, it shall constitute a new offense for each day it continues to exist thereafter. (c) The commission, in its own name or through the municipality, may bring a civil action or take any other court action to enforce any order of the commission made pursuant to this article or to enjoin a violation or threatened violation of any order of the commission.
East Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. VII § 2-103 establishes financial penalties for anyone who violates a rent reduction or rent suspension order, breaches other provisions of the article or Connecticut General Statutes § 47a-20, or refuses to comply with a commission subpoena, order, or decision. Fines range from $25 to $100 per offense, and if a violation persists beyond five days, each additional day counts as a separate offense. The commission also has authority to pursue civil or court action to enforce its orders or stop ongoing and threatened violations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under East Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. VII § 2-103, compliant property owners ensure they do not collect rent above any amount set by an active rent reduction or suspension order while that order is in effect and no appeal is pending. Operators generally maintain clear records of commission orders and adjust billing practices promptly to avoid per-day accumulation of fines, which can compound quickly once a violation extends past five days. Familiarity with the commission's subpoena and decision authority helps operators respond appropriately to any commission proceedings.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
East Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. VII § 2-103 gives tenants a basis to raise a violation if a landlord demands or accepts rent above an amount set by an active rent reduction or suspension order. Because each day beyond five days of a continuing violation can constitute a new offense, tenants who believe an ongoing overcharge is occurring may have grounds to bring the matter to the East Haven rent commission, which can pursue enforcement or civil action in its own name. Consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Connecticut housing law can help tenants understand the options available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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