Mansfield, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 152 art. I (2026) § 152-7
Penalties for offenses; notice of assessment; appeals (Mansfield Art. I Landlord Registration)
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A. As provided in Connecticut General Statutes §§ 47a-6a and 47a-6b, any nonresident owner or agent who shall violate any provisions of this article shall be assessed a civil penalty of not more than $250 for the first violation and not more than $1,000 for any subsequent violation. B. The Office of the Building and Housing Inspection of the Town of Mansfield shall send notice of the assessment to the nonresident owner or agent of the property that is the subject of the violation. C. Any person who is assessed a civil penalty pursuant to this section may appeal therefrom to the Superior Court. An appeal shall be instituted not later than 30 days after the mailing of notice of such assessment by filing a petition to reopen assessment, together with an entry fee in an amount equal to the entry fee for a small claims case pursuant to § 52-259 of the Connecticut General Statues, at the Superior Court facility designated by the Chief Court Administrator, which shall entitle such person to a hearing in accordance with the rules of the judges of the Superior Court.
Section 152-7 of Mansfield, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 152 art. I establishes a civil penalty structure for nonresident property owners or their agents who violate the article's requirements. A first violation may result in a penalty of up to $250, while any subsequent violation may carry a penalty of up to $1,000. Nonresident owners or agents who receive a penalty assessment have the right to appeal to the Superior Court within 30 days of the mailing of the notice.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 152-7, nonresident owners and their agents are subject to escalating civil penalties for violations of this article — up to $250 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for each subsequent offense. Compliant operators generally maintain their properties in accordance with all article requirements and ensure that any designated agent is aware of local housing obligations. If a penalty notice is issued by the Office of the Building and Housing Inspection of the Town of Mansfield, operators typically track the mailing date carefully, since the window to appeal to Superior Court closes 30 days after that date.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 152-7 signals that Mansfield takes compliance by nonresident landlords seriously, providing a civil penalty mechanism that increases for repeat violations. The Office of the Building and Housing Inspection of the Town of Mansfield is the body responsible for issuing penalty assessments under this provision, making it a key contact point for reporting potential violations. Tenants who believe their nonresident landlord or agent has violated the article may consider reaching out to that office or consulting a tenant-rights organization to understand what options are available.
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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