Putnam, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 260 (2026) § 260-3
Penalties for offenses; appeals (Putnam Rental Property Art. I Registration of Landlords)
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Any violation of this article shall be subject to a civil penalty of not more than $250 for the first violation and not more than $1,000 for any subsequent violation. A person who is assessed a civil penalty pursuant to this section may appeal therefrom to the Superior Court within 30 days after the mailing of notice of such assessment by filing a petition to reopen the assessment together with an entry fee as provided in Section 47a-6b of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Putnam, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 260 § 260-3 establishes civil penalties for violations of the article's housing requirements. A first-time violation may result in a penalty of up to $250, while any subsequent violation may carry a penalty of up to $1,000. Anyone assessed such a penalty has the right to challenge it by appealing to the Connecticut Superior Court within 30 days of receiving the mailed notice of assessment.
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Under ch. 260 § 260-3, operators who remain in compliance with the article's requirements avoid civil penalties that escalate with each successive violation—from up to $250 for a first offense to up to $1,000 for repeat offenses. Compliant property managers typically maintain records demonstrating adherence to the article's standards so that, if a penalty is ever assessed, they have documentation to support an appeal. The 30-day window to file a petition with the Superior Court is triggered by the mailing of the assessment notice, making timely attention to any correspondence from the municipality important.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ch. 260 § 260-3 provides an enforcement mechanism that can hold landlords financially accountable for violations of Putnam's housing article, with penalties reaching up to $1,000 for repeat offenses. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may consider reporting it to the relevant municipal authority, which has the power to assess these civil penalties. Tenant-rights organizations in Connecticut can help residents understand how this penalty structure interacts with other protections and what options may be available when a violation is identified.
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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