Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 6, art. II § 6-11.1
Purpose of Fair Rent Commission conveyed to Social Services Commission
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The Social Services Commission shall act to control and eliminate excessive rental charges for housing accommodations within the City of Stamford and shall carry out the purposes, duties, responsibilities and all provisions of the above-described sections of the Connecticut General Statutes and any other sections, as they may be amended from time to time, pertaining to fair rent commissions.
Under Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 6, art. II § 6-11.1, the Social Services Commission is designated as the local body responsible for controlling and eliminating excessive rental charges in Stamford. The Commission carries out the full range of duties assigned to fair rent commissions under Connecticut General Statutes, including any future amendments to those statutes. This provision establishes the Commission's authority and scope rather than setting specific rent limits or procedures.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Stamford Code of Ordinances ch. 6, art. II § 6-11.1 establishes that the Social Services Commission holds the authority of a fair rent commission in Stamford, meaning rental charges for housing accommodations in the city fall within its oversight. Operators who receive complaints or inquiries about excessive rents can expect those matters to be directed to or handled by the Social Services Commission. Staying informed about the Commission's procedures and any updates to the Connecticut General Statutes governing fair rent commissions is a common practice among compliant property managers in Stamford.
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. 6, art. II § 6-11.1, tenants in Stamford who believe they are being charged excessive rent have recourse through the Social Services Commission, which is empowered to act on fair rent matters under Connecticut law. This Commission serves as the local enforcement body, and tenants can generally direct complaints about rental charges to it. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Stamford's fair rent process can help explain what options may be available under this provision and the underlying Connecticut General Statutes.
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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