Stamford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 6, art. II § 6-8
Social Services Commission designated
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The Social Services Commission shall replace the Human Rights Commission and, pursuant to §§ C6-190-1 and C6-190-2 of the City of Stamford Charter, shall have all of the powers conferred by §§ 7-148i to 7-148n, inclusive, of the Connecticut General Statutes, as amended. Further, the Social Services Commission shall have the purpose, the functions and the powers conveyed to it by this Article.
Section 6-8 of the Stamford Code of Ordinances establishes the Social Services Commission as the successor body to the former Human Rights Commission. Under this provision, the Commission holds all authority granted by Connecticut General Statutes §§ 7-148i through 7-148n, as well as the powers set out in the Stamford City Charter at §§ C6-190-1 and C6-190-2. The Commission also carries out the specific purposes and functions defined elsewhere in Article II of Chapter 6.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Stamford Code ch. 6, art. II § 6-8, the Social Services Commission is the designated body with jurisdiction over matters previously handled by the Human Rights Commission. Property owners and managers operating in Stamford generally stay informed about which local body holds authority over housing-related complaints and inquiries, since the Commission now exercises the full range of powers conveyed by state statute and the City Charter. Knowing the correct agency helps operators respond appropriately to any formal proceedings or information requests that may arise.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Stamford Code ch. 6, art. II § 6-8 designates the Social Services Commission as the body empowered to act on matters formerly under the Human Rights Commission's purview, drawing authority from both the Connecticut General Statutes and the City Charter. Tenants who believe their rights have been affected by a housing-related issue in Stamford may consider directing inquiries or complaints to the Social Services Commission as the relevant local authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Stamford's local ordinances can help explain what avenues the Commission's powers make available.
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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