Bill > SB00678

This bill proposes to modify Connecticut General Statutes section 47a-21 by removing existing legal restrictions on the amount of security deposit a landlord can require from a tenant. Currently, there are likely specific limitations on how much money a landlord can collect upfront as a security deposit (typically based on the monthly rent amount), but this bill would eliminate those caps, giving landlords more discretion in determining the security deposit amount. By removing these provisions, landlords would have greater flexibility in protecting themselves against potential property damage or unpaid rent, though this could potentially create challenges for tenants who might face higher upfront costs when renting. The bill is straightforward in its approach, simply striking out the existing language that sets boundaries on security deposit amounts without proposing replacement text.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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