Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-44
One-and two-family dwellings not affected
Operative Text
This chapter shall not apply to a one-family dwelling or a two-family dwelling that is owner-occupied.
Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-44 carves out an exemption from the rent-regulation chapter for one-family homes and two-family homes where the owner lives in one of the units. Properties that meet either description are not subject to the rules, requirements, or protections established elsewhere in Chapter 146. The exemption is defined by both the number of dwelling units and whether the owner occupies the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 146 § 146-44, owners of a single-family home or an owner-occupied two-family dwelling are not bound by the requirements of Chapter 146. Operators who qualify for this exemption generally document their owner-occupancy status and unit count to demonstrate that the property falls outside the chapter's scope. If a property's configuration changes—such as adding units or the owner vacating—the exemption may no longer apply, and compliance with the broader chapter would then be relevant.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 146-44 of the Stamford Code means that tenants renting in a one-family home or in a two-family home where the owner lives on-site are generally not covered by the protections in Chapter 146. Tenants in these situations may want to review whether their landlord's owner-occupancy status is current and genuine, since the exemption depends on that fact. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Stamford's ordinances can help clarify what other local, state, or federal protections may still apply to exempt properties.
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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