Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-26

Changes to information in application (Hartford Housing Code and Rental Licensing Program)

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Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-26
A. Within thirty (30) days of a change in any of the information required in an application for a rental license, such change must be submitted to director of licenses and inspections, in the same format, with the same required documents required by section 18-24 . Following review, the Director of Licenses and Inspections may (1) accept the change and incorporate it within an existing rental license, (2) require reinspection before making a decision on acceptance, or (3) require a full and complete new application, including fees, and the attendant approval process as set forth in this Article. A change in address of a registered agent shall not be accepted by the director of licenses and inspections if it purports to change the address of the registered agent to a location otherwise prohibited by this Code.
B. Pursuant to section 18-30 of this Code, certain changes in information may result in revocation of a license.
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Plain English

Under Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-26, rental property owners who hold a Hartford rental license must report any changes to their application information within 30 days, submitting the update in the same format and with the same supporting documents originally required. The Director of Licenses and Inspections then decides whether to accept the change, require a reinspection, or demand an entirely new application with fees. Certain changes can also trigger license revocation under the related provisions of this chapter.

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For Property Managers

Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-26 requires compliant rental license holders to track any changes to their application information and submit updates to the Director of Licenses and Inspections within 30 days, using the same format and documents required by § 18-24. Operators generally maintain current records of registered agent addresses and other application details, keeping in mind that an agent address cannot be changed to a location prohibited by the Hartford Municipal Code. Because the Director may require reinspection or a full new application, operators typically prepare the relevant documentation in advance of any anticipated changes.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Hartford, Conn., Mun. Code ch. 18 § 18-26 establishes that landlords must keep their rental license information current by reporting changes within 30 days, and that certain changes can lead to license revocation under § 18-30. Tenants who believe their landlord's license information is outdated or inaccurate may contact the Hartford Director of Licenses and Inspections to inquire about the status of the property's rental license. Tenant-rights organizations in Hartford can help residents understand how licensing requirements connect to habitability protections and what options may be available when a landlord's license is at issue.

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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