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Norwich, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. III § 4-44

Retaliation

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NorwichRetaliation Protections

Operative Text

Norwich, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. III § 4-44
(a) No landlord shall engage in retaliatory actions. Retaliatory actions by a landlord include but are not limited to the following:
(1) Refusing to renew the lease or other rental agreement of any tenant; bringing or maintaining an action or proceeding against the tenant to recover possession of the dwelling unit; demanding an increase in rent from the tenant; decreasing the services to which the tenant has previously been entitled; or verbally, physically, or sexually harassing a tenant because a tenant has filed a complaint with the fair rent commission;
(2) Engaging in any other action determined by the commission, after a hearing, to constitute landlord retaliation.
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Plain English

Norwich Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. III § 4-44 prohibits landlords from taking retaliatory actions against tenants. The provision identifies specific forms of retaliation—such as refusing lease renewals, initiating eviction proceedings, raising rent, reducing services, or engaging in verbal, physical, or sexual harassment—when those actions are taken because a tenant filed a complaint with the fair rent commission. The Norwich Fair Rent Commission also has authority to determine, after a hearing, whether other landlord conduct rises to the level of retaliation.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Norwich Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. III § 4-44, compliant property owners and managers are careful to ensure that any lease non-renewal, rent adjustment, service change, or legal proceeding is grounded in legitimate, documented business or legal reasons entirely unrelated to a tenant's complaint activity. Operators generally maintain clear records showing the timing and rationale for any such decisions, since the Fair Rent Commission can evaluate whether conduct constitutes retaliation even beyond the specific examples listed in the ordinance. Being aware that the prohibited categories are non-exhaustive is an important part of operating within this provision.

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

For Tenants

Norwich Code of Ordinances ch. 4, art. III § 4-44 gives tenants protection from a range of landlord actions—including eviction proceedings, rent increases, service reductions, and harassment—when those actions follow the filing of a fair rent commission complaint. Tenants who believe they are experiencing retaliation may raise the issue before the Norwich Fair Rent Commission, which has authority to hold hearings and make determinations about whether conduct qualifies as retaliation under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Norwich housing law can help explain what documentation or steps are generally relevant to pursuing such a claim.

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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Related Rules

§ 2A
Reprisal for reporting violations of law, for tenant's union activity, or actions taken pursuant to laws protecting tenants who are victims of domestic violence, rape, sexual assault or stalking; defense; presumption
§ 47a-20
(Formerly Sec. 19-375a). Retaliatory action by landlord prohibited.
§ 47a-20a
Actions deemed not retaliatory.

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