Greenwich, Conn., Town Code ch. 2, art. 18 § 2-142
Penalties for offenses
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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 order remains in effect, and no appeal pursuant to § 2-141 of this chapter is pending, or who violates any other provision of this chapter or C.G.S. § 47a-20 or who refuses to obey any subpoena, order or decision of the Commission shall be fined not less than twenty-five dollars ($25.00) nor more than one hundred dollars ($100.00) for each offense. If such offense continues for more than five (5) days, it shall constitute a new offense for each day it continues to exist thereafter.
Greenwich Town Code ch. 2, art. 18 § 2-142 establishes financial penalties for anyone who violates a rent reduction or suspension order, breaches other provisions of the chapter or Connecticut General Statutes § 47a-20, or refuses to comply with a Commission subpoena, order, or decision. The fine ranges from $25 to $100 per offense. Notably, if a violation continues beyond five days, each additional day is treated as a separate, new offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Greenwich Town Code ch. 2, art. 18 § 2-142, compliant property owners and managers ensure they never collect rent above the amount permitted by an active rent reduction or suspension order, and they respond promptly to any Commission subpoenas, orders, or decisions. Because violations that persist beyond five days reset as new daily offenses, operators generally address any identified noncompliance as quickly as possible to avoid compounding fines. Maintaining clear records of applicable rent orders and any pending appeals under § 2-141 is a common practice among operators seeking to stay in compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Greenwich Town Code ch. 2, art. 18 § 2-142 gives tenants a basis to report landlords who collect rent above a lawfully issued rent reduction or suspension order, since such conduct is a fineable offense. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may consider contacting the Greenwich Rent Commission, which has authority to issue orders and pursue penalties under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations can help explain how the complaint process works and what documentation may be useful when raising a potential violation under § 2-142.
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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