Connecticut Landlord-Tenant Laws
This overview summarizes common Connecticut landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (Connecticut General Statutes 47a). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.
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Security Deposit Laws
2 months' rent
21 days
Yes
The rule: Max 2 months' rent (1 month if the tenant is 62 or older). The deposit is held in escrow and earns interest, paid every year. It must be returned, with an itemized list of any damage deductions, within 21 days after the tenancy ends, or 15 days after the landlord receives the tenant's written forwarding address if that is later (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-21).
Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.
Reviewed · Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-21
Eviction Notice Requirements
3 days notice
15 days notice
Court filing and service rules vary by county. Use our eviction timeline calculator for planning.
Notice to Vacate
30 days notice
No notice required if lease ends
Late Rent Fees
9 days
The lesser of $5 per day up to $50, or 5% of the late rent
Statute: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-15a
Additional Regulations
No statewide rent control
Reasonable notice
When to use Connecticut document templates
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Common mistakes in Connecticut
- Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
- Missing the security deposit return deadline (21 days)
- Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts
Frequently asked questions
In Connecticut the security deposit limit is 2 months' rent. The return deadline is 21 days. Max 2 months' rent (1 month if the tenant is 62 or older). The deposit is held in escrow and earns interest, paid every year. It must be returned, with an itemized list of any damage deductions, within 21 days after the tenancy ends, or 15 days after the landlord receives the tenant's written forwarding address if that is later (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-21).
Confirm current rules in Connecticut General Statutes 47a.
Disclaimer: Educational summary only, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for specific guidance. LeaseCraft is not a law firm. Statutes change — verify requirements with official Connecticut sources before relying on this information. Last reviewed: 2026-09-27.