Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-58
Applicable to the vacating of housing units
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Before an owner converts an Assisted Housing Unit into non-use by vacating a majority of the occupants and leaving over half the units in the development vacant for more than three months, be shall be required to obtain a permit from the Director of Public Safety, Health and Welfare. Such a permit shall not be granted until the owner complies with the replacement provisions detailed in Section 146-57 .
Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-58 establishes that an owner of an Assisted Housing Unit cannot simply empty out a majority of occupants and leave more than half the development's units vacant for longer than three months without first going through a formal approval process. Specifically, the owner must obtain a permit from the Director of Public Safety, Health and Welfare before that level of vacancy can occur. That permit is contingent on the owner first satisfying the replacement housing requirements set out in Section 146-57, meaning the conversion to non-use cannot proceed until those obligations are met.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-58, property owners managing Assisted Housing Units who are considering vacating a majority of occupants and leaving more than half the development vacant for an extended period must secure a permit from the Director of Public Safety, Health and Welfare before doing so. Compliant operators generally ensure that the replacement housing provisions of Section 146-57 are fully satisfied prior to applying for or expecting approval of such a permit. Keeping thorough documentation of compliance with Section 146-57 is a practice commonly associated with a smooth permitting process under this provision.
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 § 146-58 provides a layer of protection for residents of Assisted Housing Units by requiring that an owner obtain a permit — and first comply with the replacement housing provisions of Section 146-57 — before vacating a majority of occupants and leaving the development largely empty for more than three months. If tenants believe an owner is proceeding with mass vacancies without having obtained the required permit, they may consider contacting the Director of Public Safety, Health and Welfare's office to inquire about the permit status. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Stamford's assisted housing rules can help residents understand what options may be available when this provision appears to be implicated.
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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