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Connecticut at a glance: Security Deposit Limit: 2 months' rent; 1 month for tenants age 62+ · Deposit Return Deadline: 30 days after termination (or 15 days after forwarding address provided) · Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month: 3 days (non-payment); varies for other causes
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Overview
Lease Agreements in Connecticut
Connecticut landlord-tenant law is governed by Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a. Connecticut provides strong protections for tenants, including a security deposit cap of two months' rent (one month for tenants 62 and older) and a "just cause" eviction requirement in many circumstances.
Deposits must be returned within 30 days (or 15 days after the tenant provides a forwarding address, whichever is later). Connecticut has no statewide rent control.
Key Facts
Connecticut Lease Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Connecticut Rule |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit Limit | 2 months' rent; 1 month for tenants age 62+ |
| Deposit Return Deadline | 30 days after termination (or 15 days after forwarding address provided) |
| Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month | 3 days (non-payment); varies for other causes |
| Eviction Notice (Non-Payment) | 3-Day Notice to Quit |
| Rent Control | None statewide |
| Governing Law | Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a |
Legal Requirements
Connecticut Legal Requirements
- Security deposit capped at 2 months' rent; 1 month for tenants age 62+.
- Deposits must be returned within 30 days with itemized deductions.
- Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 properties.
- Landlords must maintain premises in a safe condition meeting housing codes.
- Connecticut requires "just cause" for eviction in many circumstances after a tenant has lived in the unit.
Governing Laws
Connecticut Governing Laws
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-21
Security Deposits
Limits deposits to 2 months' rent (1 month for tenants 62+). Requires return within 30 days or 15 days after forwarding address is provided.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-23
Notice to Quit
Requires a 3-day notice to quit for non-payment of rent before an eviction can be filed.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Connecticut legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Connecticut Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the security deposit limit in Connecticut?
Connecticut caps deposits at 2 months' rent for most tenants, and at 1 month's rent for tenants who are 62 years of age or older.
Does Connecticut require just cause for eviction?
Yes, Connecticut requires "just cause" to evict tenants in many circumstances, particularly after the tenant has established residency. Acceptable causes include non-payment, lease violations, and end of lease term.
Does Connecticut have rent control?
No. Connecticut does not have statewide rent control. Landlords may raise rent with proper notice as specified in the lease.