Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a § 47a-40

(Formerly Sec. 52-547). No entry fee, judgment fee or costs on application or hearing.

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Operative Text

Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a § 47a-40
No entry fee and no judgment fee shall be required and no costs shall be taxed in favor of either party in connection with an application for a stay of execution and the hearing thereon.
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Plain English

Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-40 establishes that when a party files an application for a stay of execution and attends the related hearing, no entry fees, judgment fees, or court costs may be charged to or awarded against either side. This provision removes the usual financial barriers associated with that specific court process. Neither the landlord nor the tenant bears any fee or cost obligation arising solely from that application and hearing.

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For Property Managers

Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-40, a landlord participating in a stay-of-execution application and hearing should be aware that no entry fees, judgment fees, or costs will be taxed against either party in that proceeding. Compliant operators generally do not seek or expect a cost award from that specific process. Understanding this fee-free framework helps property managers set accurate expectations when navigating the stay-of-execution procedure.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-40 means that tenants who apply for a stay of execution and attend the associated hearing are not required to pay entry fees, judgment fees, or court costs for that process. This provision can lower the financial barrier to pursuing a stay of execution. Tenants seeking to understand how this protection applies to their circumstances may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Connecticut housing law.

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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Related Rules

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Persons entitled to summary process
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Judgment and execution; costs; appeal
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Appeal; bond; actions thereon; waiver; appeal of waiver or periodic payments; notice of decision

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