Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-60
Rehousing assistance
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A. As required by an approved Assisted Housing Replacement Plan, the owner shall secure temporary housing that is acceptable to the tenant during the production of replacement housing, provided that acceptance by the tenant shall not be unreasonably withheld. Temporary housing must meet the same Affordability standards as Replacement Units, including compliance with all applicable state and local health and housing codes. The owner also shall pay each tenant the cost of moving, packing, crating, insurance, utility connections and other expenses, in accordance with the terms and benefits described in regulations promulgated under the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, at 49 C.F.R. Part 24, Subpart D, and in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 135 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Uniform Relocation Assistance Act. Any tenant who had been evicted for any reason, other than violation of the lease, of any rules or regulations or of the tenant's statutory obligations, nuisance or nonpayment of rent during the six month period immediately preceding any owner's application for demolition or building permit shall be entitled to rehousing assistance as provided in this section and the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, at 49 C.F.R. Part 24, Subpart D. B. The owner shall not be required to provide rehousing assistance when the tenant establishes tenancy in the unit after the one hundred twenty (120) day notice has been delivered to the tenant in the building, as required in Section 146-59 ; provided that the owner must advise the tenant, in writing, prior to the tenant's acceptance of tenancy, that the unit will be demolished or changed in use within one hundred twenty (120) days. Any tenant who is not advised of the intended demolition or change in use shall be entitled to full rehousing assistance.
Under Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-60, when an Assisted Housing Replacement Plan is in effect, the property owner must secure temporary housing meeting the same affordability and code standards as replacement units, and must cover tenants' moving-related costs in line with federal and state relocation assistance standards. Tenants who were evicted for reasons other than lease violations, nuisance, or nonpayment within six months before a demolition or building permit application retain full rehousing rights. Owners are not required to provide rehousing assistance to tenants who moved in after the 120-day notice was properly delivered and disclosed in writing.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to § 146-60 generally ensure that any temporary housing arranged under an approved Assisted Housing Replacement Plan meets applicable affordability, health, and housing code standards. Compliant owners pay all qualifying moving and relocation expenses consistent with 49 C.F.R. Part 24, Subpart D and Connecticut's Uniform Relocation Assistance Act. Before accepting a new tenant after the 120-day notice period has begun, owners provide written disclosure of the planned demolition or change in use to avoid triggering full rehousing obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 146-60 gives tenants the right to temporary housing of comparable affordability and to reimbursement of moving costs, including packing, insurance, and utility connections, when an Assisted Housing Replacement Plan is in effect. Tenants evicted within six months before a demolition or permit application for reasons unrelated to lease violations or nonpayment may still qualify for full rehousing assistance. Tenants who were not given written notice of a planned demolition before accepting tenancy may also be entitled to full assistance; tenant-rights organizations or a Connecticut legal aid office can help clarify available options under this provision.
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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