Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a § 47a-68
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As used in this chapter, sections 51-51v and 51-165, subsection (b) of section 51-278 and section 51-348, “housing matters” means: (1) Summary process; (2) Appeals from the decisions of a fair rent commission under sections 7-148e and 7-148f; (3) Actions and administrative appeals involving discrimination in the sale or rental of residential property; (4) All actions regarding forcible entry and detainer; (5) Actions under the provisions of this title, chapter 412 or section 47-294; (6) All actions involving one or more violations of any state or municipal health, housing, building, electrical, plumbing, fire or sanitation code, including violations occurring in commercial properties, or of any other statute, ordinance or regulation concerned with the health, safety or welfare of any occupant of any housing; (7) All actions under sections 47a-56a to 47a-59, inclusive; (8) All actions for back rent, damages, return of security deposits and other relief arising out of the parties' relationship as landlord and tenant or owner and occupant; (9) All other actions of any nature concerning the health, safety or welfare of any occupant of any place used or intended for use as a place of human habitation if any such action arises from or is related to its occupancy or right of occupancy.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-68 establishes what counts as a 'housing matter' under Connecticut law, covering a broad range of residential and occupancy-related legal proceedings. These include eviction actions, fair rent commission appeals, housing code violations, security deposit disputes, discrimination claims, and any other action touching on the health, safety, or welfare of occupants. The definition shapes which courts or proceedings have jurisdiction over landlord-tenant and housing-related disputes in Connecticut.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Connecticut should be aware that Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-68 defines 'housing matters' expansively, encompassing not only eviction proceedings but also code violations, back rent claims, security deposit disputes, and discrimination actions. A compliant operator generally keeps records of maintenance, deposits, and communications that may be relevant across any of these categories of proceedings. Understanding the breadth of this definition helps operators recognize which types of disputes fall within the specialized housing court framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-68, a wide range of disputes between tenants and landlords—including eviction defense, security deposit recovery, housing code complaints, and discrimination claims—are classified as 'housing matters' subject to Connecticut's housing court system. Tenants whose health, safety, or welfare as occupants is at issue may find that their claims fall within this broad definition, opening access to the relevant court or administrative process. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand which category of 'housing matter' applies to their situation and what general options exist.
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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