Rocky Hill, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18 (2026) § 18-3
Additional powers; legal counsel (Rocky Hill Fair Rent Commission)
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The Commission, for the purposes noted in § 18-2 above, may compel the attendance of persons at hearings, issue subpoenas and administer oaths, issue orders and continue, review, amend, terminate or suspend any of its orders and decisions. The Commission, with the approval of the Town Council, may retain legal counsel to advise it.
Section 18-3 of Rocky Hill's Code of Ordinances grants the Housing Commission broad procedural authority to conduct formal hearings, including the power to compel witness attendance, issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and issue or modify its own orders and decisions. The Commission may also hire outside legal counsel, provided the Town Council approves. These powers exist to support the regulatory purposes established in § 18-2.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Commission proceedings under § 18-3 should be aware that the Commission holds significant procedural authority, including the ability to issue binding orders and to compel participation in hearings through subpoenas. Compliant operators generally respond promptly to any Commission notices or orders and maintain organized records that can be produced if attendance or documentation is required. Because the Commission can also amend, suspend, or terminate its own orders, staying informed of any changes to outstanding decisions is a standard part of responsible property management in Rocky Hill.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 18-3, the Rocky Hill Housing Commission has formal tools—including subpoenas and the power to compel witness attendance—that can be used in proceedings relevant to housing conditions or disputes covered by § 18-2. Tenants who believe a Commission hearing is relevant to their situation may contact the Commission directly to understand how its processes work and what role, if any, they may play. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Connecticut municipal housing law can help explain how these procedural powers might apply in a given context.
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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