East Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. VII § 2-98
Membership of fair rent commission
Operative Text
The commission shall be composed of five (5) resident electors of the town, to be appointed by the town council. At least one (1) member of the commission shall be a licensed realtor or licensed real estate appraiser in Connecticut, at least one (1) member shall be a tenant, and at least one (1) member shall be a landlord. No more than four (4) members shall be of the same political party. All of said members shall serve two-year terms. Any vacancy shall be filled by the council to complete the unexpired term of the vacating member. Members of the commission may be suspended or removed by the town council in accordance with the provisions of the Town Charter. Members of the commission shall elect a chair, vice-chair, and such other officers as may be necessary at its biennial organizational meeting. Members of the commission shall serve without compensation.
East Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. VII § 2-98 establishes the composition and operating rules for the town's Fair Rent Commission. The five-member body must include at least one licensed real estate professional, one tenant, and one landlord, and no more than four members may belong to the same political party. Members are appointed by the Town Council to two-year terms, serve without pay, and elect their own leadership at a biennial organizational meeting. Vacancies are filled by the Council to complete the remaining term, and members may be suspended or removed under the Town Charter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under East Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. VII § 2-98, at least one seat on the Fair Rent Commission is reserved for a landlord, meaning property owners have direct representation in the body that oversees rent-related matters in town. Landlords who are interested in civic participation may wish to make their interest known to the Town Council, which holds appointment authority. Understanding the commission's composition helps operators anticipate how rent disputes or complaints before the body may be heard and decided.
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 § 2-98 guarantees that at least one commission member is a tenant, ensuring that renter perspectives are represented on the Fair Rent Commission. Tenants who have concerns about rent increases or housing conditions in East Haven can bring matters before this commission, knowing its membership is structured to include someone with direct tenant experience. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with East Haven's local ordinances can help renters understand how to engage with the commission and what remedies may be available.
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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