Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-59
Tenant notice
Operative Text
At least one hundred twenty (120) days prior to application for a demolition or building permit, the owner must deliver to each tenant in the building a standard form which provides written notice of his intention to apply for a demolition or building permit and the rehousing assistance available to eligible tenants, and shall explain the tenant's right to remain in possession during the 120-day period unless evicted for good cause. Notice shall be delivered by registered or certified mail with return receipt requested. In addition, a copy of the notice shall be posted at every entrance to the building, Failure to comply with these notice requirements shall constitute a violation of this Ordinance subject to penalty in accordance with Section 146-64 .
Under Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-59, when a building owner intends to apply for a demolition or building permit, they must give tenants at least 120 days' advance written notice before submitting that application. The notice must be delivered by registered or certified mail with return receipt requested and must also be posted at every building entrance. The required notice informs tenants of the owner's plans, the rehousing assistance available to eligible tenants, and tenants' right to remain in their units during the 120-day period unless evicted for good cause. Failure to follow these notice requirements is a violation of the Ordinance subject to penalties under Section 146-64.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-59 generally use the standard notice form prescribed by the Ordinance and send it to every tenant in the building by registered or certified mail with return receipt requested — at least 120 days before submitting a demolition or building permit application. Compliant operators also post a copy of that notice at every entrance to the building at the same time. Keeping records of mailing receipts and posting dates helps demonstrate compliance, since failure to meet these requirements constitutes a violation subject to penalties under Section 146-64.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-59, tenants in a building slated for demolition or major permitted work are entitled to receive written notice at least 120 days before the owner applies for the relevant permit, delivered by registered or certified mail and posted at building entrances. That notice must explain the rehousing assistance available to eligible tenants and confirm the right to remain in the unit during the 120-day period unless evicted for good cause. Tenants who believe they did not receive proper notice as required by § 146-59 may consider contacting the City of Stamford's relevant municipal office, a local tenant-rights organization, or an attorney to understand what remedies or defenses may be available under Section 146-64.
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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