Ellington, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 138 (2026) § 138-4
Penalties for offenses (Ellington Rental Property Art. I Landlord Identification)
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Notwithstanding the provisions of Connecticut General Statutes Section 51-164p, the Town of Ellington hereby establishes a civil penalty for a violation of any provision of this article, which penalty shall be $250 for the first violation and $1,000 for any subsequent violation.
Section 138-4 of Ellington's Code of Ordinances establishes civil monetary penalties for violations of the town's rental housing article, overriding the default penalty structure that would otherwise apply under Connecticut General Statutes Section 51-164p. A first-time violation carries a civil penalty of $250, while any subsequent violation results in a $1,000 penalty. The escalating penalty structure is designed to encourage ongoing compliance rather than treating repeated violations as a routine cost of doing business.
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Under Ellington Code § 138-4, property owners and managers who fail to comply with any provision of the town's rental housing article face civil penalties that increase with each offense—$250 for a first violation and $1,000 for each subsequent one. Operators who maintain consistent compliance practices, conduct regular self-audits, and promptly correct any identified deficiencies are generally best positioned to avoid these escalating fines. Keeping thorough records of compliance efforts can be important if a violation is ever alleged.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 138-4 of Ellington's Code of Ordinances gives the town authority to impose civil fines on landlords who violate the local rental housing article, with penalties rising from $250 for a first offense to $1,000 for repeat violations. Tenants who believe a landlord has violated a provision of the article may have the option of reporting the concern to the appropriate Ellington municipal enforcement office, which can investigate and assess these penalties. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand what conduct falls under the article and what reporting or other options 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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