Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-2
Nonprofit housing tenant selection
Operative Text
Nonprofit housing sponsors and developers shall observe the practice of according a priority for the occupancy of nonprofit housing which is based upon the following tenant selection criteria: Priorities for occupancy are to be accorded to families displaced by urban renewal and other governmental action, and tenant selection criteria shall apply in such a way as to give effect to considerations of income, family size, credit and such other considerations as may be required by federal law or regulation.
Under Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-2, nonprofit housing sponsors and developers are required to follow a specific priority system when selecting tenants for nonprofit housing units. Families who have been displaced by urban renewal or other governmental action receive the highest priority for occupancy. Beyond displacement status, selection criteria must also account for factors such as income, family size, and credit history, as well as any additional requirements imposed by federal law or regulation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Nonprofit housing sponsors and developers operating under Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-2 generally maintain documented tenant selection policies that place government-displaced families at the top of their waitlists. Compliant operators also incorporate income, family size, and credit evaluations into their selection process, and they regularly review applicable federal regulations to ensure their criteria remain current. Keeping clear records of how each criterion is applied helps demonstrate adherence to the priority framework the ordinance establishes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-2 establishes that families displaced by urban renewal or other governmental action have a recognized priority right when applying for nonprofit housing in Stamford. Tenants who believe they qualify under this displacement priority, or who feel their income, family size, or credit history was evaluated improperly, may consider raising the issue directly with the nonprofit housing sponsor or developer. Tenant-rights organizations in Stamford or Connecticut can help individuals understand how this priority framework applies and what avenues may be available if a selection decision appears inconsistent with 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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