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Connecticut Eviction Notice Requirements (2026)
Complete guide to Connecticut eviction notice periods, deposit return rules, and recent law changes. Generate a legally appropriate Connecticut eviction notice in seconds with RentGuard — free.
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Connecticut notice periods
Security deposit rules
30 days after termination or 15 days after receiving forwarding address, whichever is later. Interest on deposits held over 6 months required in some circumstances.
Rent control status
No statewide rent control. Some municipalities including Hartford and New Haven have local ordinances — verify locally.
Key Connecticut landlord rules
✓Just cause required to evict certain protected tenants including elderly and disabled (CGS §47a-23c)
✓Landlord must give reasonable notice before entry — 24 hours minimum recommended
✓Rent may not increase during a fixed lease term
✓Tenant may withhold rent if landlord fails to repair conditions affecting health and safety
Recent law changes in Connecticut
⚠ PA 23-197 (2023): Expanded just cause protections for elderly and disabled tenants
Frequently asked questions — Connecticut eviction
How much notice does a landlord have to give in Connecticut?+
In Connecticut, landlords must give 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy. Month-to-month tenancy. Just cause required in many circumstances under CGS §47a-23c.
What is the eviction notice period for nonpayment of rent in Connecticut?+
Connecticut requires a 3-day notice for nonpayment of rent. Landlord must wait for rent to be 9 days overdue before serving notice. Weekends and holidays may not count.
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Connecticut?+
30 days after termination or 15 days after receiving forwarding address, whichever is later. Interest on deposits held over 6 months required in some circumstances.
Is there rent control in Connecticut?+
No statewide rent control. Some municipalities including Hartford and New Haven have local ordinances — verify locally.
How do I evict a tenant in Connecticut?+
To evict a tenant in Connecticut, serve the appropriate written notice (3 days for nonpayment), wait for the notice period to expire, then file for eviction in your local court if the tenant has not complied. RentGuard can generate the correct Connecticut notice form for free.
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