Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 146 § 146-72
Declaration of trust
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A. The terms of the SAHTF, which shall be consistent with the provisions of this Article, shall be set forth in a Declaration of Trust, which shall be subject to the approval of the Mayor and the Board of Representatives. B. The Declaration of Trust shall be presented to the Board of Representatives by the Mayor within sixty (60) days after the passage of this Ordinance for review and approval.
Section 146-72 of the Stamford Code of Ordinances establishes that the Stamford Affordable Housing Trust Fund (SAHTF) must be governed by a formal Declaration of Trust, whose terms must align with the broader Article. This governing document requires approval from both the Mayor and the Board of Representatives before it takes effect. The Mayor is responsible for presenting the Declaration of Trust to the Board of Representatives within 60 days of the Ordinance's passage.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 146-72, the SAHTF operates according to a Declaration of Trust that has been reviewed and approved by Stamford's Mayor and Board of Representatives. Property owners and managers interacting with the SAHTF should be aware that the fund's rules and procedures flow from this foundational document, which must remain consistent with the broader Article. Operators generally familiarize themselves with the approved Declaration of Trust to understand how the fund's terms may affect affordable housing obligations or opportunities in Stamford.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 146-72 establishes the governance framework for the Stamford Affordable Housing Trust Fund, meaning the rules that guide how the fund operates are set through a publicly approved Declaration of Trust. Because this document must be approved by both the Mayor and the Board of Representatives, tenants and housing advocates have avenues to engage with the public process when the Declaration is presented or amended. Tenants seeking to understand how the SAHTF may support affordable housing in their community can review the Declaration of Trust through the Board of Representatives or consult a local tenant-rights organization for guidance.
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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