Cal. Civ. Code § 8-37ee-901
Tenant selection plan
Operative Text
(a) Entities shall develop a written tenant selection plan that describes the tenant selection process the entity intends to use. An entity shall include in such plan, at a minimum, the following: (1) Descriptions of eligibility requirements for selection; (2) A list of any preferences the entity shall apply and the procedures for applying any such preferences; (3) Applicant screening criteria and the grounds on which the entity may reject applicants; (4) Procedures for the entity’s selection of applicants from the waitlist; (5) A policy for opening and closing application periods for the waitlist; (6) Unit transfer policies, including selection of in-place residents versus applicants from the waitlist when vacancies occur and the application of the unit transfer policy where reasonable accommodation is granted; (7) The method for selection of a hearing officer or hearing panel as set forth in section 8-37ee-907(b)(1) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies; (8) Applicable state, federal and local fair housing laws and regulations and nondiscrimination requirements; and (9) The procedures through which persons with disabilities can request a reasonable accommodation pursuant to section 46a-64c of the Connecticut General Statutes. (b) Entities shall review tenant selection plans not less than once every five (5) years from the adoption of the most recent tenant selection plan to ensure that they reflect current operating practices and program priorities. (c) Entities shall allow any person to inspect a tenant selection plan promptly during regular office or business hours, or to receive a copy of such lists, subject to any limitations set forth in section 8-345d of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Under Conn. Agencies Regs. § 8-37ee-901, housing entities in Connecticut must create and maintain a written tenant selection plan that covers eligibility requirements, applicant screening criteria, waitlist procedures, unit transfer policies, fair housing obligations, and the process for requesting disability-related accommodations. The plan must be reviewed at least every five years to keep it aligned with current practices. Any member of the public has the right to inspect or receive a copy of the plan during regular business hours.
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Conn. Agencies Regs. § 8-37ee-901 requires housing operators to adopt a written tenant selection plan containing all nine enumerated elements, including screening criteria, waitlist management procedures, unit transfer policies, and reasonable accommodation procedures. Compliant operators schedule a formal review of the plan at least once every five years and update it to reflect any changes in operating practices or program priorities. Operators also maintain a process for making the plan available for public inspection or copying during regular office hours.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Conn. Agencies Regs. § 8-37ee-901 gives prospective and current tenants the right to inspect or obtain a copy of a housing entity's written tenant selection plan, which must spell out how applicants are screened, how the waitlist works, and how to request a reasonable accommodation for a disability. If a housing entity's practices appear inconsistent with its published plan, that discrepancy may be relevant to a fair housing complaint or an administrative hearing. Tenants and applicants who believe their rights under this provision have been violated may consider contacting a local tenant-rights organization or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities for guidance.
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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