Glastonbury, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. XVII § 2-310
Penalty for violation
Operative Text
Any person who violates any order of rent reduction or rent suspension by demanding, accepting or receiving an amount in excess thereof while such ordinance remains in effect, no appeal pursuant to section 2-309 of this article is pending, or violates any other provisions of this article, or G.S. § 47a-20, or who refuses to obey any subpoena, order or decision of the commission pursuant thereto, shall be fined twenty-five dollars nor more than one hundred dollars for each offense. If such offense continues for more than five (5) days, it shall constitute a new offense for each day it continues to exist thereafter. State Law reference-- Authorized penalties, G.S. § 7-148(c)(10)(a).
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. XVII § 2-310 establishes financial penalties for anyone who violates a rent reduction or rent suspension order, collects rent above the permitted amount, breaches other provisions of the article or Connecticut General Statute § 47a-20, or refuses to comply with a commission subpoena, order, or decision. The fine ranges from $25 to $100 per offense. Notably, if a violation continues beyond five days, each additional day is treated as a separate, new offense, meaning fines can accumulate on a daily basis.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. XVII § 2-310, compliant property operators ensure that rent collected never exceeds any amount set by a rent reduction or suspension order while that order is in effect and no appeal under § 2-309 is pending. Operators also respond promptly to any commission subpoenas, orders, or decisions to avoid the escalating per-day penalty structure that kicks in after five days of continued noncompliance. Maintaining clear records of rent charged and any commission correspondence helps demonstrate adherence to the ordinance's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Glastonbury Code of Ordinances ch. 2, art. XVII § 2-310 gives tenants a basis to raise a violation if a landlord demands or collects rent above an amount set by a valid rent reduction or suspension order. Because each day of continued overcharge beyond five days can constitute a new offense, the financial exposure for a noncompliant landlord can grow over time. Tenants who believe this provision has been violated may consider contacting the Glastonbury Rent Commission, consulting a tenant-rights organization, or exploring whether the violation can be raised as a defense in a relevant proceeding.
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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