Torrington, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 24 § 24-5
Retaliation
Operative Text
A. No landlord shall engage in retaliatory actions. Retaliatory actions by a landlord include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Engaging in any action prohibited by G.S. § 47a-20 or § 21-80a within six months after the tenant has filed a complaint with the Commission; (2) Refusing to renew the lease or other rental agreement of any tenant; bringing or maintaining an action or proceeding against the tenant to recover possession of the dwelling unit; demanding an increase in rent from the tenant; decreasing the services to which the tenant has previously been entitled; or verbally, physically or sexually harassing a tenant because a tenant has filed a complaint with the Fair Rent Commission; (3) Engaging in any other action determined by the Commission, after a hearing, to constitute landlord retaliation as set forth in G.S. 7-148d(b). B. In the initial notice scheduling a hearing or conciliation on a complaint, and in its notice of decision, the Commission shall include notice, in plain language, to landlords and tenants that retaliatory actions against tenants are prohibited. C. Any tenant who claims that the action of his or her landlord constitutes retaliatory action may file a notice of such claim with the Commission. If the Commission determines, after a hearing, which hearing shall be expedited, that a landlord has retaliated in any manner against a tenant, the Commission may order the landlord to cease and desist from such conduct and order the landlord to withdraw or remediate such conduct as has already occurred.
Torrington Code of Ordinances ch. 24 § 24-5 prohibits landlords from taking retaliatory actions against tenants who have filed complaints with the Fair Rent Commission. Retaliatory actions include, but are not limited to, refusing to renew a lease, initiating eviction proceedings, raising rent, reducing services, or engaging in harassment within six months of a tenant's complaint. The Fair Rent Commission is empowered to hold expedited hearings on retaliation claims and, if retaliation is found, may order the landlord to stop the conduct and undo or remedy any retaliatory actions already taken.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Torrington Code of Ordinances ch. 24 § 24-5, compliant landlords are careful to ensure that any lease non-renewal, rent increase, service change, or legal action taken against a tenant is grounded in legitimate, documented business or legal reasons entirely unrelated to a tenant's Fair Rent Commission complaint. Operators generally maintain clear records of the timing and rationale behind any such decisions, particularly within the six-month window following a tenant's complaint filing. The Commission is required to notify landlords of the anti-retaliation rule in its initial hearing notices and decision notices, so landlords should treat those communications as a reminder of their ongoing obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Torrington Code of Ordinances ch. 24 § 24-5 gives tenants who believe their landlord has retaliated against them for filing a Fair Rent Commission complaint the right to file a retaliation claim directly with the Commission. The Commission is required to expedite hearings on such claims, and if retaliation is found, it can order the landlord to cease the conduct and reverse or remedy actions already taken. Tenants navigating this process may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with the Fair Rent Commission's procedures.
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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