West Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 (2026) § 156-4
Penalties for offenses (West Haven Nonresident Landlord Registration)
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Notwithstanding the provisions of § 51-164p of the Connecticut General Statutes, the penalty for the first time violation of this chapter shall be the assessment of a fine in the amount of $250. For each subsequent violation, the assessed fine shall be in the amount of $1,000. Any person who is assessed a civil penalty under this chapter may appeal therefrom to the Superior Court.
West Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 156 § 156-4 establishes a tiered civil fine structure for violations of Chapter 156, overriding the default penalty framework found in Connecticut General Statutes § 51-164p. A first-time violation carries a $250 fine, while any subsequent violation results in a $1,000 fine. Anyone assessed a civil penalty under this chapter has the right to appeal that penalty to the Connecticut Superior Court.
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Property owners and managers subject to West Haven's Chapter 156 should be aware that § 156-4 sets escalating financial consequences for non-compliance, starting at $250 for a first offense and rising to $1,000 for each repeat violation. Operators who maintain ongoing compliance with Chapter 156's requirements avoid exposure to these fines and the administrative burden of a Superior Court appeal. Keeping thorough records of compliance efforts is a practice commonly associated with operators who successfully demonstrate adherence to local housing regulations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under West Haven Code ch. 156 § 156-4, violations of Chapter 156 by a landlord or other responsible party can result in civil fines — $250 for a first offense and $1,000 for each subsequent one — which signals that the city treats repeat non-compliance as a more serious matter. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may consider reporting the issue to the appropriate West Haven municipal authority responsible for enforcing Chapter 156. If a fine is assessed and disputed, § 156-4 also provides that any assessed party may appeal to the Connecticut Superior Court, a process that tenant-rights organizations may be able to help explain.
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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