Connecticut Rental Lease Laws: What Your Lease Can and Can't Say
Everything below is generated from our Connecticut law database — the same statute-backed rules our analyzer uses to check leases. Prohibited clauses and required disclosures include their statute citations.
Educational information: this page summarizes Connecticut landlord-tenant law for renters. It is not legal advice. Laws change — consult a licensed attorney for your situation.
Connecticut lease rules at a glance
| Security deposit limit | 2 months' rent (tenants under 62) |
|---|---|
| Deposit return deadline | 21 days |
| Interest on deposits | required |
| Landlord entry notice | 24 hours typical ("reasonable notice" standard) |
| Late fee cap | the lesser of 5% of rent or $5/day, up to $50 |
| Rent grace period | 9 days (4 days for weekly leases) |
| Prohibited lease clauses | 4 clause types restricted |
| Required disclosures | 3 disclosures required |
Connecticut lease law guides
- Connecticut Security Deposit Limit2 months' rent (tenants under 62)
- Connecticut Deposit Return Deadline21 days
- Connecticut Deposit Interest Rulesinterest required
- Connecticut Landlord Entry Notice24 hours typical ("reasonable notice" standard)
- Connecticut Late Fee Lawsthe lesser of 5% of rent or $5/day, up to $50
- Connecticut Rent Grace Period9 days (4 days for weekly leases)
- Connecticut Prohibited Lease Clauses4 restricted clause types
- Connecticut Required Disclosures3 required disclosures
Lease clauses restricted under Connecticut law
- Waiver of implied warranty of habitabilityLikely Illegal
- Waiver of tenant rightsLikely Illegal
- Confession of judgment clauseLikely Illegal
All 4 prohibited clause types in Connecticut, with statute citations →
Disclosures Connecticut landlords must provide
- Lead Paint
- Fire Sprinklers
- Bed Bugs
What each required disclosure covers in Connecticut, with citations →
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Connecticut lease law FAQ
- How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Connecticut?
- Connecticut generally limits security deposits to 2 months' rent (tenants under 62). Conditions can apply — see the Connecticut security deposit limit guide for details.
- How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Connecticut?
- Generally 21 days after move-out. Conditions can apply — see the Connecticut deposit return deadline guide for details.
- Do landlords have to pay interest on security deposits in Connecticut?
- Yes — Connecticut law requires interest on held security deposits in covered rentals. Conditions can apply — see the Connecticut deposit interest rules guide for details.
- How much notice does a landlord need to enter my apartment in Connecticut?
- Connecticut requires "reasonable notice" rather than a fixed hour minimum — 24 hours is the typical interpretation. Conditions can apply — see the Connecticut landlord entry notice guide for details.
- Is there a limit on late fees in Connecticut?
- Yes — late fees are generally capped at the lesser of 5% of rent or $5/day, up to $50. Conditions can apply — see the Connecticut late fee laws guide for details.
- How many days late can rent be before fees in Connecticut?
- Connecticut provides a 9-day grace period before late fees, applying to monthly leases; weekly leases get a 4-day grace period instead. Conditions can apply — see the Connecticut rent grace period guide for details.
- What lease clauses are illegal in Connecticut?
- Connecticut law restricts 4 clause types tracked in our database, such as: waiver of implied warranty of habitability; waiver of tenant rights; confession of judgment clause.
- What disclosures must a landlord provide in Connecticut?
- Connecticut requires: Lead Paint (Disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards for housing built before 1978); Fire Sprinklers (Disclosure of whether common areas have fire sprinkler system); Bed Bugs (Disclosure of bed bug infestation history in building).
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Sources: state statutes cited above. Data last updated 2024-01-01. Educational information only — not legal advice.