Mansfield, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 152 art. I (2026) § 152-3
Findings and purpose (Mansfield Art. I Landlord Registration)
Operative Text
The Town Council of the Town of Mansfield finds that the identification and knowledge of the whereabouts of nonresident owners of residential rental housing units in the Town of Mansfield is in the best interests of the community and will promote the public welfare, health and safety of the people of Mansfield. Accordingly, pursuant to the authority granted to municipalities by Connecticut General Statutes §§ 47a-6a, 47a-6b, and 7-148, the Town of Mansfield 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.
Section 152-3 of Mansfield, Connecticut's Code of Ordinances establishes the rationale behind the town's rental housing registration requirements. The Town Council determined that knowing the location and contact information of nonresident owners of residential rental units serves the community's public health, safety, and welfare. This provision draws its legal authority from Connecticut General Statutes §§ 47a-6a, 47a-6b, and 7-148, framing the entire article as a protective measure for Mansfield residents.
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Section 152-3 signals that the Town of Mansfield has a formal, council-adopted interest in tracking nonresident rental property owners, and the rest of Article I flows from this stated purpose. Compliant nonresident operators generally ensure their contact information and whereabouts are accessible to the town as required by the article's subsequent provisions. Understanding this foundational section helps property owners appreciate why the registration and compliance requirements that follow carry the weight of municipal authority.
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Section 152-3 makes clear that Mansfield's rental housing rules exist specifically to protect the health, safety, and quality of life of people living in the town. Tenants in nonresident-owned rental units benefit from the framework this provision establishes, as it underpins the town's ability to locate and hold accountable landlords who do not live locally. Tenants who believe a nonresident owner is not complying with Article I may wish to contact the Town of Mansfield 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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