Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a § 47a-18a
Judicial relief if landlord unlawfully enters.
Operative Text
If the landlord makes an entry prohibited by section 47a-16 or 47a-16a, or makes repeated demands for entry otherwise lawful but which have the effect of unreasonably harassing the tenant, the tenant may recover actual damages not less than an amount equal to one month's rent and reasonable attorney's fees. The tenant may also obtain injunctive relief to prevent the recurrence of the conduct or terminate the rental agreement.
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-18a, Connecticut law provides tenants with judicial remedies when a landlord enters a rental unit in violation of the entry rules set out in §§ 47a-16 and 47a-16a, or repeatedly demands entry in a way that amounts to unreasonable harassment even if each individual request would otherwise be lawful. A tenant who experiences such conduct may seek actual damages of at least one month's rent, plus reasonable attorney's fees. Courts may also issue injunctive relief to stop the offending behavior or allow the tenant to terminate the rental agreement entirely.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-18a creates significant financial and legal exposure for landlords who enter a tenant's unit without proper notice or authorization under §§ 47a-16 and 47a-16a, or who make repeated entry demands that a court could characterize as harassment. Compliant operators generally document each entry request, provide required notice, and limit the frequency of access requests to what is genuinely necessary for legitimate purposes. Failing to follow these practices can result in court-ordered damages of at least one month's rent, attorney's fees, an injunction, or even termination of the tenancy by court order.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-18a gives tenants a legal avenue to pursue relief in court when a landlord unlawfully enters their home or repeatedly demands entry in a harassing manner. Tenants may be entitled to actual damages of no less than one month's rent and reasonable attorney's fees, and a court can also issue an injunction to prevent the conduct from continuing or allow the rental agreement to be terminated. Tenants who believe this provision applies to their situation may consider contacting a local tenant-rights organization, a legal aid office, or consulting with a private attorney to understand the options available under this statute.
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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