West Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 (2026) § 156-5
Appeals (West Haven Nonresident Landlord Registration)
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An appeal shall be instituted no later than 30 days after the mailing of notice of such an assessment by filing a petition to reopen assessment, together with an entry fee in an amount equal to the entire fee for a small claims case pursuant to § 52-259 of the Connecticut General Statutes, at the Superior Court facility designated by the Chief Court Administrator, which shall entitle such person to a hearing in accordance with the rules of the judges with the Superior Court.
West Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 § 156-5 establishes a formal appeals process for challenging a housing-related assessment. A person who wishes to contest an assessment must act within 30 days of the date the notice was mailed, filing a petition to reopen the assessment at the designated Superior Court facility along with an entry fee equal to the small claims filing fee set by Connecticut General Statutes § 52-259. Once properly filed, the petitioner is entitled to a hearing conducted under Superior Court rules.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under West Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 § 156-5, property owners and managers who receive an assessment notice should be aware that the 30-day appeal window begins on the mailing date of that notice, not the date it is received. Operators who wish to contest an assessment generally keep records of when notices arrive and confirm the correct Superior Court facility designated by the Chief Court Administrator before filing. Maintaining organized documentation of the assessment and any related correspondence supports a complete petition to reopen.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
West Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 156 § 156-5 gives tenants and other affected parties the right to challenge an assessment by filing a petition to reopen at the appropriate Superior Court facility within 30 days of the notice mailing date. The filing requires an entry fee equal to the small claims court fee under Connecticut General Statutes § 52-259, and a successful filing entitles the petitioner to a formal hearing. Tenants who believe an assessment is incorrect may wish to contact a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand what options are available under this provision.
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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