OLR Bill Analysis

HB 5127

AN ACT CONCERNING THE ADMISSION OF ELDERLY PERSONS TO PUBLIC AND SUBSIDIZED HOUSING

SUMMARY:

This bill allows individuals accepted into state or federally subsidized housing to terminate their existing leases or rental agreements without penalty if they provide 30 days written notice to their landlord. The bill applies to low-income seniors age 62 and older and to individuals certified as disabled by a federal board or agency.

Currently, if the existing lease does not provide an early termination option, these individuals may be required to forfeit their security deposit or be subject to a lawsuit by the landlord for the outstanding rent on the lease.

EFFECTIVE DATE: October 1, 2008

COMMITTEE ACTION

Select Committee on Aging

Joint Favorable Change of Reference

Planning and Development Committee

Joint Favorable