Groton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9 art. II (2026) § 9-46
Right of appeal (Groton Art. II: Fair Rent Commission)
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Any person aggrieved by any order of the fair rent commission may appeal to the superior court of the state, such appeal to be taken within 30 days after the rendering of the order in question. The filing of such appeal does not of itself stay enforcement of the commission's decision unless otherwise directed by the court.
Under Groton, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 9 art. II § 9-46, any party who believes they have been harmed by a Fair Rent Commission order has the right to challenge that order in Connecticut Superior Court. The appeal must be filed within 30 days of the order being issued. Importantly, simply filing an appeal does not automatically pause or stop the Commission's order from being enforced — only a court directive can accomplish that.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 9-46, a landlord who receives an unfavorable Fair Rent Commission order should be aware that the order remains in effect and enforceable even if an appeal is filed in Superior Court. Compliant operators generally continue to observe the Commission's directives during any appeal period unless a court specifically orders otherwise. Keeping careful records of all Commission orders and their dates is a practice that supports timely action within the 30-day appeal window.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 9-46 gives tenants who are adversely affected by a Fair Rent Commission order the right to appeal that decision to Connecticut Superior Court within 30 days of the order. Tenants should be aware that an appeal filed by any party — including a landlord — does not automatically halt enforcement of the Commission's order unless the court steps in. Tenants facing such situations may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Groton's rent regulations to understand available options.
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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