West Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 97 (2026) § 97-7
Penalties for offenses (West Haven Fair Rent Commission)
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Any person who violates any order of rent reduction or rent suspension by demanding, accepting or receiving an amount in excess thereof while such other remains in effect and no appeal pursuant to § 97-8 is pending or who violates any other provision of this chapter and Section 47a-20 of the Connecticut General Statutes or who refuses to obey any subpoena, order or decision of the Commission pursuant thereto may be fined not less than $25 nor more than $100 for each offense. If such offense continues for more than five days, it shall constitute a new offense for each day it continues to exist thereafter. The Superior Court shall have jurisdiction to hear and enforce all matters relating to violations under said sections.
West Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 97 § 97-7 establishes financial penalties for violations of the city's rent regulations, including disobeying rent reduction or suspension orders, breaching other provisions of Chapter 97 or Connecticut General Statutes § 47a-20, or refusing to comply with Commission subpoenas, orders, or decisions. Fines range from $25 to $100 per offense, and if a violation persists beyond five days, each additional day is treated as a separate, new offense. The Superior Court holds jurisdiction to hear and enforce matters arising under these provisions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under West Haven's rent regulations should be aware that § 97-7 imposes per-offense fines between $25 and $100 for actions such as collecting rent above an ordered reduction or suspension, violating other Chapter 97 requirements, or failing to comply with Commission directives. Compliant operators generally ensure that any rent reduction or suspension order is honored promptly and that all Commission subpoenas and decisions are acknowledged and followed. Because violations that continue beyond five days reset as new daily offenses, operators typically address any identified noncompliance as quickly as possible to limit cumulative exposure.
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. 97 § 97-7, tenants have the protection of knowing that landlords who demand or accept rent above an ordered reduction or suspension—or who otherwise violate Chapter 97 or Connecticut General Statutes § 47a-20—are subject to fines and enforcement action. Tenants who believe a landlord is collecting rent in excess of a Commission order may consider documenting the payments and bringing the matter to the attention of the West Haven Rent Commission, which has authority to issue orders and refer violations. Because the Superior Court holds jurisdiction over enforcement under § 97-7, tenants may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand the range of available remedies.
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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