Ansonia, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 18 § 18-2b
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The board of aldermen of the City of Ansonia finds that there have occurred numerous incidents of when persons renting a residential dwelling have had difficulty with their premises and the use thereof, or that the use by the persons renting the property has been maintained so as to create a public nuisance, disturbance or hazard, and the city has been unable to quickly identify and contact the nonresident owner of the property or the agent in charge. The board of aldermen also finds that the identification and knowledge of the whereabouts of nonresident owners of residential rental housing units in the City of Ansonia is in the best interests of the community and will promote the public welfare, health and safety of the people of Ansonia. Accordingly, pursuant to the authority granted to municipalities by Connecticut General Statutes Sections 47a-6a, 47a-6b, and 7-148, and of that authority granted the board of aldermen by the City of Ansonia Charter, the City of Ansonia seeks to better protect, preserve and promote the health, safety, welfare and quality of life of its people by requiring nonresident owners of residential rental housing units to comply with this article. Following its adoption by the board of aldermen, this article shall become effective on September 1, 2021, after publication in a newspaper having circulation in this city.
Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 18 § 18-2b establishes the rationale behind the city's residential rental registration requirements. The Board of Aldermen identified a recurring problem: when issues arose at rental properties — whether tenant complaints, nuisances, or safety hazards — city officials often could not quickly locate or contact the property's out-of-town owner or their designated agent. To address this, the city invoked authority under Connecticut General Statutes §§ 47a-6a, 47a-6b, and 7-148 to require nonresident owners of residential rental units to register with the city, with the article taking effect September 1, 2021.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 18 § 18-2b, the city's stated concern is the difficulty of reaching nonresident property owners during emergencies, nuisance situations, or habitability issues. Compliant nonresident landlords generally ensure that their contact information and the identity of any local managing agent are kept current and accessible to city officials. Staying registered and reachable is the core operational expectation this provision was designed to enforce.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ansonia Code of Ordinances ch. 18 § 18-2b reflects the city's recognition that tenants and neighbors have faced situations where problems at a rental property could not be resolved quickly because the nonresident owner was unreachable. This provision underpins the registration framework that gives tenants and city officials a pathway to identify and contact the responsible party. Tenants who encounter difficulty reaching a nonresident landlord may find it useful to contact the City of Ansonia directly or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Connecticut housing law for guidance on available options.
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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