East Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. V § 10-110

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East Haven, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. V § 10-110
Any person in whom title to a residential property has vested after October 1, 2009, through a foreclosure action pursuant to G.S. §§ 49-16 to 49-19, inclusive, or G.S. § 49-26 of the general statutes, shall register such property with the town clerk of the municipality in which the property is located or with MERS (1) no later than ten (10) days after the date title vests in such person if such residential property is vacant on the date title vests, or (2) if, as a result of an execution of ejectment pursuant to G.S. § 49-22 or a summary process action pursuant to G.S. Ch. 832, such residential property becomes vacant before the date one hundred twenty (120) days after the date title vests in such person, then no later than ten (10) days after the date on which such property becomes vacant.
If the registration is with the municipality, it shall contain (1) the name, address, telephone number and electronic mail address of the registrant and, if the registrant is a corporation or an individual who resides out-of-state, the name, address, telephone number and electronic mail address of a direct contact in the state; and (2) the name, address, telephone number and electronic mail address of the local property maintenance company responsible for the security and maintenance of the vacant residential property, if such a management company has been engaged by the registrant. The registrant shall indicate on such a registration whether it prefers to be contacted by first class mail or electronic mail and the preferred addresses for such communications. The registrant shall report any change in the information provided on the registration no later than ten (10) days following the date of the change of information. At the time of registration, the registrant shall pay a one-hundred-dollar-fee to the municipality.
If the registration is with MERS, it shall contain (1) the name, address, telephone number and electronic mail address of the registrant, and (2) the name, address, telephone number and electronic address of the local property maintenance company responsible for the maintenance of the property, if such a management company has been engaged by the registrant.
If a registrant fails to comply with any provision of the general statutes or of any municipal ordinance concerning the repair or maintenance of real estate, including, without limitation, an ordinance relating to the prevention of housing blight pursuant to G.S. § 7-148(c)(7)(H)(xv), the maintenance of safe and sanitary housing as provided in G.S. § 7-148(c)(a), or the abatement of nuisances as provided in G.S. § 7-148(c)(7)(E), the municipality may issue a notice to the registrant citing the conditions on such property that violate such provisions. Such notice shall be sent by either first class or electronic mail, or both, and shall be sent to the address or addresses of the registrant identified on the registration. A copy of such notice shall be sent by first class mail or electronic mail to the property maintenance company if such a company has been identified on the registration. Such notice shall comply with G.S. § 7-148gg.
The notice described in subsection 10-109 (d) shall provide a date, reasonable under the circumstances, by which the registrant may remedy the condition or conditions on such registrant's property. If the registrant or property management company does not remedy the condition or conditions on such registrant's property before the date following the date specified in such notice, the municipality may enforce its rights under the relevant provisions of the general statutes or of any municipal ordinance.
A municipality shall only impose registration requirements upon registrants in accordance with this section, except that any municipal registration requirements effective on or before passage of this act shall remain effective.
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Plain English

East Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. V § 10-110 establishes a registration requirement for any person or entity that acquires title to a residential property through foreclosure after October 1, 2009, if that property is or becomes vacant within 120 days of the title transfer. The new titleholder must register with either the town clerk or MERS within 10 days of the property becoming vacant, providing contact details and, if applicable, information about a local property maintenance company. A $100 fee is required at the time of municipal registration, and any changes to the registration information must be reported within 10 days of the change.

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For Property Managers

Under East Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. V § 10-110, operators who acquire foreclosed residential properties that are or become vacant generally maintain compliance by registering promptly — within 10 days of vacancy — with the town clerk or MERS, paying the $100 municipal registration fee, and keeping all contact information current. Compliant operators also identify a local property maintenance company on the registration if one has been engaged, and they ensure that any maintenance or repair obligations under applicable state statutes and local ordinances are met to avoid receiving a notice of violation. Staying current with registration details and responding to any municipal notices within the timeframes specified in the ordinance are hallmarks of a well-managed post-foreclosure property.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

East Haven Code of Ordinances ch. 10, art. V § 10-110 is designed in part to ensure that vacant foreclosed properties are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition, which can directly affect neighboring residents and any remaining occupants. If a property subject to this provision appears to be neglected or in violation of housing maintenance standards, tenants and community members may contact the East Haven town clerk's office to inquire about the property's registration status and report conditions that may violate local ordinances. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand how this registration framework intersects with their rights, including any protections available during ejectment or summary process proceedings referenced in the ordinance.

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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Rules and statutes cited by this regulation

Conn. Gen. Stat. § 49-16
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Conn. Gen. Stat. § 49-19
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Conn. Gen. Stat. § 49-26
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Conn. Gen. Stat. § 49-22
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Conn. Gen. Stat. § 7-148
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