Bill > HB06891

This bill modifies Connecticut's existing law regarding security deposits for residential rental properties, primarily limiting the amount a landlord can require from tenants. Specifically, the bill eliminates the previous age-based distinction for security deposit amounts and now mandates that landlords cannot demand a security deposit exceeding one month's rent for any tenant, regardless of age. The legislation applies to rental agreements entered into on or after July 1, 2025, and requires landlords who have already collected security deposits larger than one month's rent to return the excess amount to tenants upon request. The bill also provides definitions for various terms related to rental properties, such as "security deposit," "landlord," and "tenant," which helps clarify the scope and application of the law. By capping security deposits at one month's rent, the bill aims to make rental housing more accessible and reduce the initial financial burden on tenants when securing a new residence.

Housing and Urban Affairs

Housing Committee (Joint)

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