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Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68d - Housing Stock Report Regulations › Section 8-68d-3 - Submission of annual housing stock report

Current through July 10, 2024
Each report shall be substantially in the form prescribed by the Commissioner and shall contain the following:
(1) An inventory of all existing housing owned or operated by the authority, including the total number, types and sizes of rental units and the total number of occupancies and vacancies in each housing project or development, the income group served in each housing project or development, and a description of the condition of such housing;
(2) A description of any new construction projects being undertaken by the authority and the status of such projects, including the total number, types and sizes of units and the income group to be served in each project; and
(3) The number and types of any rental housing sold, leased or transferred by the housing authority during the period of the report which is no longer available for the purpose of low or moderate income rental housing, and an explanation of the purpose of such sale, lease or transfer.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-2 - General Lease Provisions

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) Any landlord shall enter into a written lease with each tenant.
(b) The lease between the landlord and each tenant of a dwelling unit shall comply with Title 47a of the Connecticut General Statutes. The lease shall state:
(1) The names of the landlord and the tenant;
(2) The composition of the household, including any live-in aide;
(3) That the tenant shall promptly inform the landlord of the birth, adoption or court-awarded custody of a child;
(4) That the tenant shall request the landlord's written approval to add any other person as a permitted occupant of the dwelling unit;
(5) The dwelling unit rented, including the address, apartment number, and any other information needed to identify the dwelling unit;
(6) The term of the lease and provisions for renewal, if any;
(7) The annual rent to be charged, including the monthly installment thereof, the amount of any security deposit, any utilities, services and equipment to be supplied by the landlord at no additional cost to tenant, and what utilities and appliances are to be paid for by the tenant; and
(8) That a statement of charges to the tenant for maintenance and repair beyond normal wear and tear will be incorporated by reference into the lease. Revisions to the statement of charges shall be made in accordance with section 8-68f-14 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-3 - Payments Due Under the Lease

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) The tenant shall pay the rent in equal monthly installments as set forth in the lease, subject to adjustment in accordance with the department's regulations and policies. The amount of the rent is subject to change in accordance with the department's regulations and policies. Pursuant to section 47a-3a(c) of the Connecticut General Statutes, the landlord shall provide a written receipt for cash payment of rent.
(b) The lease shall specify the initial amount of the rent at the beginning of the initial lease term. The landlord shall give the tenant proper notice stating any change in the amount of rent and when the change is effective. Such notice shall be given in accordance with section 8-68f-11 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
(c) The lease may provide for charges to the tenant for maintenance and repair beyond normal wear and tear and for consumption of excess utilities. The lease shall state the basis for the determination of any such charges. The imposition of charges for consumption of excess utilities is permissible only to the extent permitted by state and federal law and only if such charges are consistent with the provisions of 24 CFR 966.4(b)(2).
(d) At the option of the landlord, the lease may provide for payment of reasonable penalties for late payment of rent to the extent any such penalties are permitted under Title 47a of the Connecticut General Statutes.
(e) The lease shall provide that charges assessed under subsections (c) and (d) of this section shall be due and collectible not less than two weeks after the landlord gives written notice of such charges. Such notice shall constitute a notice of adverse action and shall meet the requirements governing a notice of adverse action in accordance with section 8-68f-6(9) and section 8-68f-6(10) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
(f) At the option of the landlord, the landlord may require the tenant to pay a security deposit.
(1) The amount of the security deposit, if any, shall not exceed the amounts permitted by section 47a-21(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes.
(2) Any landlord approved to provide housing for senior citizens and disabled persons under the provisions of part VI or VII of chapter 128 of the Connecticut General Statutes shall pay interest on such security deposit in accordance with section 47a-22a of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-4 - Redetermination of Rent and Household Composition

Current through July 10, 2024
The lease shall provide for the redetermination of rent and household composition, and shall include:
(1) The frequency of regular rental redetermination and the basis for interim redetermination;
(2) An agreement by the tenant to furnish such information and certifications regarding household composition and income as may be necessary for the landlord to make determinations with respect to rent, eligibility, and the appropriateness of dwelling unit size;
(3) An agreement by the tenant to transfer to an appropriately-sized dwelling unit based on household composition, upon proper notice by the landlord that such a dwelling unit is available; and
(4) Provisions indicating that when the landlord redetermines the amount of rent payable by the tenant, not including determination of the landlord's schedule of utility allowances, or determines that the tenant shall transfer to another dwelling unit based on household composition, the landlord shall notify the tenant in writing of the basis for the landlord's determination, and indicate that if the tenant does not agree with the determination, the tenant shall have the right to request a hearing under the landlord's grievance procedure.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-5 - Tenant's Right to Use and Occupancy

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) The lease shall provide that the tenant shall have the right to the exclusive use and occupancy of the dwelling unit by members of the household authorized to reside in the dwelling unit by the lease, including reasonable accommodation of a tenant's guests in compliance with the landlord's guest policy, if any.
(b) The lease shall provide that the tenant shall use the dwelling unit as a primary residence for the tenant and the tenant's household as identified in the lease, and not to use or permit its use for any other purpose. To the extent permitted by applicable law and with the prior written consent of the landlord, members of the household may engage in legal profit-making activities in the dwelling unit where the landlord has determined that such activities are incidental to the primary use of the dwelling unit as a residence by members of the household.
(c) With the consent of the landlord, a foster child or a live-in aide may reside in the dwelling unit. The landlord may adopt reasonable policies concerning residence by a foster child or a live-in aide, and shall detail the circumstances under which the landlord's consent will be given or denied. Under such policies, factors to be considered by the landlord may include:
(1) Whether the addition of a new occupant may necessitate a transfer of the tenant household to another dwelling unit, and whether any other dwelling units are available; and
(2) The landlord's obligation to make reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-8 - Hazards to Life, Health or Safety

Current through July 10, 2024
In the event that the premises are damaged or conditions are created which are hazardous to life, health, or safety of the occupants, the lease shall provide that:
(1) The tenant shall immediately notify the landlord of such damage or condition;
(2) The landlord shall make repairs to the dwelling unit within a reasonable period of time. If the damage was wilfully or negligently caused by the tenant, a member of the household, a guest, or another person under the tenant's control, the reasonable cost of the repairs may be charged to the tenant;
(3) The landlord shall offer adequate replacement housing, if available, in circumstances where necessary repairs cannot be made within a reasonable period of time;
(4) The landlord shall provide for the abatement of rent in proportion to the seriousness of the damage and loss in value of the dwelling unit for periods in which repairs are not made or alternative accommodations not provided in accordance with either subdivision (2) or subdivision (3) of this section, except that no abatement of rent shall occur if the tenant unreasonably rejects the replacement housing or if the damage was negligently or wilfully caused by the tenant, a member of the household, a guest, or another person under the tenant's control; and
(5) The tenant's remedies for lack of adequate performance by the landlord shall be in accordance with applicable law, including, without limitation, section 47a-14 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-9 - Pre-occupancy and Pre-termination Inspections

Current through July 10, 2024
The lease shall provide that the landlord and the tenant, or their respective representatives, shall inspect the dwelling unit prior to commencement of occupancy. The landlord shall furnish the tenant with a written statement of the condition of the dwelling unit and the appliances and equipment provided in the dwelling unit. The landlord and the tenant shall sign the statement, and the landlord shall retain a copy of the statement in the tenant's file. The landlord shall inspect the dwelling unit at the time the tenant vacates it to determine any damage charges in accordance with section 8-68f-8(2) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. The tenant shall be afforded the opportunity to be present at the inspection, unless the tenant vacates without notice to the landlord.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-10 - Entry of Dwelling Unit during Tenancy

Current through July 10, 2024
The lease shall set forth the circumstances under which the landlord may enter the dwelling unit during the tenant's possession thereof, which shall be in addition to the provisions of sections 47a-16 and 47a-16a of the Connecticut General Statutes, and shall provide:
(1) The landlord may not enter the dwelling unit without the consent of the tenant except where there is reasonable cause to believe that an emergency exists;
(2) The landlord may not enter the dwelling unit without advance notification to the tenant except when there is reasonable cause to believe that an emergency exists or if the tenant has abandoned or surrendered the dwelling unit;
(3) A written statement specifying the purpose of the landlord's entry delivered to the dwelling unit at least forty-eight hours before such entry shall be considered reasonable advance notification; and
(4) If the tenant and all adult members of the household are absent from the dwelling unit at the time of entry, the landlord shall leave in the dwelling unit a written statement specifying the date, time and purpose of entry prior to leaving the dwelling unit.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-11 - Notice Procedures

Current through July 10, 2024
The lease shall provide procedures to be followed by the landlord and the tenant in giving notice to each other, which shall require that:
(1) Except as provided in section 8-68f-10 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies, any pre-termination notice or other notice to the tenant shall be in writing and delivered to the tenant's dwelling unit or sent by prepaid first-class mail, properly addressed to the tenant. If the tenant is visually impaired, all notices shall be in an accessible format;
(2) Except as otherwise provided in the lease, the tenant shall provide notice to the landlord in writing and deliver it to the premises' office or the landlord's central office or send it by prepaid first-class mail, properly addressed;
(3) A notice of adverse action to the tenant shall state specific grounds for the action or lease termination, and shall inform the tenant of the tenant's right to make such reply as the tenant may wish. The notice shall also inform the tenant of the right to examine the landlord's documents directly relevant to the action. When the landlord is required to give the tenant the opportunity for a hearing, the notice shall also inform the tenant of the right to and the method for requesting a hearing; and
(4) Any proposed changes to the landlord's rules or regulations concerning the tenant's use and occupancy of the premises shall comply with the provisions of section 47a-9 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-12 - Termination of the Lease

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) The lease shall provide procedures to be followed by the landlord and the tenant in terminating the lease, including that the landlord shall not terminate or refuse to renew the lease other than for:
(1) Serious or repeated violations of material terms of the lease;
(2) The failure to make payments for rent or other charges due under the lease;
(3) The failure to fulfill the tenant's obligations, as described in section 8-68f-7 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies;
(4) The tenant's income exceeding an income limit for the applicable housing program; or
(5) Other good cause, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
(A) The failure to accept the landlord's offer of a lease within the time period specified in the lease;
(B) The failure to comply with the landlord's rules and regulations adopted in accordance with section 47a-9 of the Connecticut General Statutes and section 8-68f-14 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies;
(C) Conviction of a member of the household for a felony as provided in section 8-68f-12(b)(3) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies;
(D) Discovery after admission of facts that made the tenant ineligible; or
(E) Discovery of a material false statement or fraud by the tenant in connection with an application for assistance with housing or with reexamination of income.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-13 - Provision for Modifications

Current through July 10, 2024
The lease shall provide that any modification thereto shall be mutually agreed upon, in writing, and incorporated into the original lease, except a waiver of such requirement may be made by mutual agreement or by course of conduct.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-14 - Posting of Policies, Rules and Regulations

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) Schedules of special charges for services, repairs and utilities, and the landlord's rules and regulations that shall be incorporated into the lease by reference, shall be publicly posted in a conspicuous manner in the premises' office, if any, and other central locations within the premises. Copies of such documents shall be provided to the tenants and shall be furnished to prospective tenants upon request. Such schedules, rules and regulations may be modified from time to time by the landlord, provided the landlord shall give at least thirty (30) calendar days written notice to each affected tenant setting forth the proposed modification and the reasons therefore, and provide the tenants with an opportunity to present written comments. A copy of such notice shall be:
(1) Delivered directly or mailed to each tenant; and
(2) Posted in at least three
(3) conspicuous places within each structure or building in which the affected dwelling units are located, as well as in a conspicuous place at the premises' office, if any, or posted in a similar central business location within the premises.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-15 - Prohibited Lease Provisions

Current through July 10, 2024
The lease shall not contain any provision that is prohibited by section 47a-4 of the Connecticut General Statutes or 24 CFR 966.6. Any such provision shall be unenforceable.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-16 - Accommodation of Persons with Disabilities

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) For all aspects of the lease and the grievance procedures, persons with disabilities shall be provided reasonable accommodation to the extent necessary to provide the persons with disabilities with an opportunity to use and occupy the dwelling unit that is equal to a non-disabled person.
(b) The landlord shall provide a notice to each tenant that the tenant may, at any time during tenancy, request reasonable accommodation of a household member with a documented disability, including reasonable accommodation so that the tenant can meet the lease requirements or other requirements of tenancy.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-17 - Grievance Procedure

Current through July 10, 2024
The lease shall provide that all disputes concerning the obligations of the tenant or the landlord shall be resolved in accordance with the landlord's grievance procedure. The landlord's grievance procedure shall not be applicable to disputes between tenants not involving the landlord or to grievances brought by one or more tenants on behalf of a group of tenants who purport to have a common or shared claim. The landlord's grievance procedure is not intended as a forum for initiating or negotiating policy changes between a group or groups of tenants and the landlord.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-18 - Informal Settlement of Grievances

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) Any grievance shall be personally presented, either orally or in writing, to the landlord's office or to the office at the premises where the complainant resides so that the grievance may be discussed informally and settled without a hearing.
(b) A written summary of such discussion shall be prepared within thirty (30) days and one copy shall be given to the tenant and one retained in the landlord's tenant file. The summary shall specify the names of the participants, the date of such discussion, the nature of the proposed disposition of the grievance and the specific reasons therefore, and shall specify the procedures by which a hearing under section 8-68f-20 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies may be requested if the complainant is not satisfied with the proposed disposition.
(c) Informal settlement of grievances is encouraged and every effort should be made to minimize administrative costs associated with informal settlements.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-19 - Right to a Hearing

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) Upon filing a written request and after complying with all procedures provided in sections 8-68f-1 through 8-68f-18 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies, a complainant shall be entitled to a hearing before a hearing officer or hearing panel, as applicable.
(b) The hearing officer or hearing panel is not required to grant a hearing for any grievance concerning a termination of tenancy or eviction which occurs in connection with one or more of the prohibited activities set forth in section 8-68f-12(d) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-20 - Procedures to Request a Hearing

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) Request for hearing. The complainant shall submit a written request for a hearing to the landlord at the office at the premises within thirty (30) days after receipt of the written summary of discussion prepared pursuant to section 8-68f-18 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
The written request shall specify:
(1) The reasons for the grievance; and
(2) The action or relief sought.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-21 - Procedures Governing the Hearing

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) The complainant shall be afforded a fair hearing by written policy of the landlord, which policy shall provide for:
(1) A reasonable opportunity prior to the hearing to examine any documents, records, or regulations directly relevant to the hearing. The complainant shall be allowed to copy any such document at the complainant's expense. At the hearing, the landlord may not discuss any document not made available to the complainant after a request by the complainant;
(2) The right to be represented by counsel or other person chosen as his or her representative;
(3) The right to a private hearing unless the complainant requests a public hearing;
(4) The right to present evidence and arguments in support of the grievance, to contest evidence presented by the landlord and to confront and cross-examine all witnesses on whose testimony or information the landlord relies; and
(5) A decision based solely and exclusively upon the facts, documents, records, regulations and testimony presented at the hearing.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68f - Tenant Rights in State Public Housing › Section 8-68f-22 - Decision of the Hearing Officer or Hearing Panel

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) The hearing officer or hearing panel shall prepare a written decision, together with the reasons for the decision, not later than sixty (60) days after the hearing. A copy of the decision shall be sent to the complainant and the landlord. The landlord shall retain a copy of the decision in the tenant's file. A copy of such decision, with all names and identifying references deleted, shall also be kept on file by the landlord and made available for inspection by a prospective complainant, his or her representative, or the hearing panel or the hearing officer.
(b) The decision of the hearing officer or the hearing panel shall be binding on the landlord, who shall take all actions, or refrain from any actions, necessary to carry out the decision unless the landlord determines not later than thirty (30) days after the date of such decision, and promptly notifies the complainant of such determination, that:
(1) The grievance does not concern the landlord's action or failure to act in accordance with or involving the complainant's lease or the landlord's rules or regulations which adversely affect the complainant's rights, duties, welfare or status; or
(2) The decision of the hearing officer or the hearing panel is contrary to applicable federal, state or local law, department policy, state regulations, or contractual requirements between the department and the landlord.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 68g - Developers' Fee › Section 8-68g-1 - Developer's fees

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) Developer's fees may be earned by developers who have successfully completed the development process which creates housing for low and moderate income families. The Commissioner is authorized to grant a developer's fee to an eligible developer, in connection with the construction, renovation or rehabilitation of low and moderate income housing, under any of the following programs: Moderate Rental (8-79a), Affordable Housing (8-119jj), Housing for the Homeless (8-358), Community Housing Development Corporation (8-218c), Limited Equity Cooperative/Mutual Housing Association (8-214h), Elderly Housing (8-116a), Congregate Housing for the Elderly (8-119g) Programs, from which the developer has applied for state financial assistance.
(b) The Commissioner may, for good cause shown, if he deems it in the best interest of the state, waive any non-statutory requirement imposed by regulations.
(c) Developers shall be required to comply with all rules and orders promulgated from time to time by the Commissioner and consistent with the Connecticut General Statutes, the respective program regulations.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 72 - Waiting Lists › Moderate Rental Projects › Section 8-72-1 - Applicability

Current through July 10, 2024
Pursuant to Section 8-72 of the Connecticut General Statutes, these criteria and procedures apply to each housing authority and eligible developer in the State of Connecticut, or to the Commissioner of Housing acting as a housing authority, or any agent, servant or independent contractor acting on behalf of a housing authority or the Commissioner of Housing in the role of a housing authority.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 72 - Waiting Lists › Moderate Rental Projects › Section 8-72-2 - Definitions

Current through July 10, 2024
(A) Incorporation of Definitions: The provision of Section 8-45-9(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) and (f), inclusive except as otherwise provided, shall govern the implementation of the Moderate Rental waiting lists.
(B) Eligible developers shall be:
(1) a nonprofit corporation incorporated pursuant to Chapter 600, having as one of its purposes the construction, rehabilitation, ownership or operation of housing, and having articles of incorporation approved by the Commissioner in accordance with regulations adopted pursuant to Section 8-79a or 8-84:
(2) any business corporation incorporated pursuant to Chapter 599:
(3) any partnership, limited partnership, joint venture, trust or association:
(4) a housing authority or
(5) persons approved by the Commissioner.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-1 - Definitions

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Housing.
(b) "Department" means the Connecticut Department of Housing.
(c) "Eligible developer or developer" means
(1) A non-profit corporation incorporated pursuant to Chapter 600 of the Connecticut General Statutes, having as one of its purposes the construction, rehabilitation, ownership, or operation of housing, and having articles of incorporation approved by the commissioner in accordance with section 8-79a-3;
(2) Any business corporation incorporated pursuant to chapter 599 of the Connecticut General Statutes, having as one of its purposes the construction, rehabilitation, ownership, or operation of housing, and having articles of incorporation approved by the commissioner in accordance with section 8-79a-3;
(3) Any partnership, limited partnership, joint venture, trust or association having basic documents of organization approved by the commissioner in accordance with section 8-79a-3, and having as one of its purposes the construction, rehabilitation, ownership, or operation of housing;
(4) A housing authority;
(5) A family or person approved by the commissioner as qualified to own, construct, rehabilitate, manage, and maintain housing under a mortgage loan made or insured under an agreement entered into pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 128 of the Connecticut General Statutes and these regulations.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-2 - Program description

Current through July 10, 2024
The state is authorized to extend financial assistance to a housing authority or combination of housing authorities for the development and construction or rehabilitation of moderate rental project through the provision of interim or permanent loans, through a state guarantee of notes issued by a housing authority or a combination of both methods.
The state is also authorized to extend financial assistance to other eligible developers in the form of interim or permanent mortgage loans to assist in the development and construction or rehabilitation of moderate rental housing projects. An eligible developer may receive financial assistance from the state to cover the entire cost of developing a moderate rental housing project, including, but not limited to, the cost of options on sites, site acquisition and preparation, architect's fees, engineering costs, building construction or rehabilitation, and other related costs.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-3 - Eligibility conditions

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) Housing authority:
(1) The governing body of the municipality must find and declare that there is a need for a housing authority in the municipality in accordance with section 8-40 of the Connecticut General Statutes and establish such authority;
(2) The housing authority must execute a cooperation agreement with the governing body of the municipality to implement section 8-71 of the Connecticut General Statutes;
(3) The housing authority must conduct a public hearing concerning the site for housing for moderate income families in accordance with section 8-74 of the Connecticut General Statutes;
(4) The commissioner may enter into a contract with a housing authority for financial assistance for a moderate rental housing project or projects in accordance with section 8-70 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-4 - Loan allocation

Current through July 10, 2024
The commissioner will establish and from time to time allocate loans or mortgage loans to be provided under section 8-70, of the Connecticut General Statutes, and these regulations. The allocations will be based on
(a) The availability of the rental subsidies from HUD in the various geographical areas of the state which may be applied to a moderate rental housing project;
(b) Any need resulting from a "disaster" as defined in chapter 517 section 28-1(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes;
(c) Any needs as outlined in the three year advisory housing plan as prepared pursuant to section 8-37t of the Connecticut General Statutes, and,
(d) Any other statistical data on housing needs as available.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-5 - Application and approval procedure (housing authorities)

Current through July 10, 2024
The following application and approval steps shall apply to all moderate rental housing program projects to be developed by housing authorities:
(a) Invitation to submit a preliminary proposal;
(b) Submission of a preliminary proposal;
(c) Approval of a preliminary proposal by the commissioner;
(d) Submission of a formal application;
(e) A public hearing conducted by the housing authority pursuant to section 8-74(1), of the Connecticut General Statutes;
(f) Approval of formal application, including preliminary architectural plans and drawings;
(g) Submission by housing authority of basic and final architectural plans and drawings and approval of same by the commissioner;
(h) State bond commission approval of allocation of funds.
(i) Issuance of a loan commitment letter to the housing authority;
(j) Authorization from the commissioner to put the proposed project out to bid; and
(k) Approval by the commissioner of the applicant's proposed methods of financing, the proposed rents, the income limits for admission and continued occupancy, and a detailed estimate of the expenses and revenues pursuant to Section 8-74(3) of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-6 - Application and approval procedures

Current through July 10, 2024
(Other Developers) The following application and approval steps shall apply to all moderate rental housing program projects to be developed by developers other than housing authorities:
(a) Invitation to submit a preliminary proposal;
(b) Submission of a preliminary proposal;
(c) Approval of preliminary proposal by the commissioner;
(d) Submission of a formal application;
(e) A public hearing to be held by the commissioner in the municipality where the proposed project will be located pursuant to section 8-74(1) Connecticut General Statutes;
(f) Site approval by the commissioner;
(g) Approval of formal application by the commissioner;
(h) State bond commission approval;
(i) Issuance of mortgage commitment letter to developers; and
(j) Approval of the proposed methods of financing, the proposed rents, the income limits for admission and continued occupancy and a detailed estimate of the expenses and revenues thereof by the commissioner pursuant to section 8-74(3) of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-7 - Preliminary proposal, contents and review

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) A brief description of the type of project proposed,
(b) The proposed location of the project,
(c) Evidence that the proposed site is properly zoned or that proper zoning will be easily obtainable,
(d) If a commitment for funds from other sources has been received from HUD or any other evidence of that commitment,
(e) An estimate of the projected cost of the proposed project,
(f) A resume of the management experience of the applicant or a designated management agent, and,
(g) A resume of the applicant's past efforts in the housing field and his financial capability to undertake the proposed project.
The department's review will be based upon the need for housing in the community, the suitability of the proposed site or the availability of structures, and adequacy of the proposed rents, funds from other sources for the project, the apparent capability of the applicant to successfully complete and manage the housing, the quality of the preliminary proposal and its conformance with the allocation of loans made by the commissioner. An applicant whose preliminary proposal is rejected will be notified of the reasons for the rejection.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-8 - Formal application contents

Current through July 10, 2024
(a)
Housing authority
:
(1) A cooperation agreement between the housing authority and the municipality pursuant to section 8-71 of the Connecticut General Statutes,
(2) A resume including any previous participation in department programs,
(3) Documented evidence of any commitment for funds from other sources,
(4) An estimate of the cost of the project,
(5) Evidence that the proposed project is an agreement with the municipality's housing assistance plan (HAP) if one is in existence.
(6) Preliminary architectural plans and drawings,
(7) Architect's letter of intent,
(8) Evidence of planning and zoning commission approval,
(9) A rent schedule,
(10) Standards of tenant eligibility and continued occupancy, and
(11) Income limits pursuant to section 8-72a of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-9 - Commissioner review

Current through July 10, 2024
The commissioner will review the application according to the previously stated criteria and will notify the applicant of his acceptance or rejection of the application within a reasonable period of time. If an application is rejected, the applicant will be notified of the reasons for the rejection.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-10 - Mortgage and loan terms

Current through July 10, 2024
The commissioner is authorized to make interim and permanent loans for the development and construction or rehabilitation of a moderate rental housing project to eligible developers. Any interim or permanent loan to a developer other than a housing authority must be secured by a mortgage on the moderate rental housing project on terms and conditions satisfactory to the commissioner. The commissioner will establish and provide the forms necessary for a housing authority or developer to requisition funds. The terms of the loans shall be as follows:
(a)
Interim Loan :
The interim loan shall be for the period from the closing of the interim loan to the closing of the permanent loan. The interim loan shall bear an interest rate which will be established by the state bond commission and shall in no event be more than the same rate as the interest cost to the state on the notes or bonds issued pursuant to section 8-80 of the Connecticut General Statutes. Payments will be made by the commissioner on the following basis:
(1) first payment at the time of the interim loan closing for all development costs approved by the commissioner which are incurred prior to the interim closing.
(2) Interim payments will be made on a monthly basis based on the actual costs incurred less 10% of the construction if progress is satisfactory to the commissioner. When the project is 50% complete, the total retainage will be reduced to 5% and subsequent payments will be reduced by 5% of the cost of construction.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-11 - Management by developers

Current through July 10, 2024
The developer of a moderate rental housing project shall manage the project in an efficient manner so that the rents can be fixed at the lowest possible level consistent with the provision of decent, safe and sanitary dwelling units.
The rental charges together with other available income shall generate sufficient income to meet the costs of project operation, including but not limited to:
(a) Property taxes or payment in lieu of taxes,
(b) Principal and interest on notes issued by a housing authority,
(c) Principal and interest on any loans received under section 8-70, of the Connecticut General Statutes and these regulations,
(d) The cost of a state service charge, and
(e) The cost of operating and maintaining the project including its administrative costs, and provision of reasonable reserves for repairs, maintenance and replacements, and vacancy and collections losses.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-12 - Income limits

Current through July 10, 2024
Income limits for all projects developed under chapter 128, part II, of the Connecticut General Statutes, for admission to and, continued occupancy in a moderate rental housing project shall be fixed by developer and approved by the commissioner in accordance with the requirement of chapter 128, part II, of the Connecticut General Statutes: provided that the developer and the commissioner shall take into consideration:
(a) The income limits that are established from time to time and published in the federal register by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for projects receiving financial assistance from the department;
(b) The latest average wage as computed by the labor commissioner for the city or town served by the developer;
(c) The number of vacancies in the project under the developer's control;
(d) The number of applications for admission to tenancy which are refused because of income disqualification pursuant to section 8-72(a) of the Connecticut General Statutes, and
(e) The latest median income as computed by the United States Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census for the municipality in which the project is located.
(f) Unless changed by factors (a), above through (e) a maximum income level for admission will be set at the lower income for the area as established from time to time by HUD in the federal register for federal low income housing. The income limit for continued occupancy will be based on 125% of the maximum level.
(g) A 2% surcharge will be charged on any income in excess of the annual income of such family over that permitted for continued occupancy of such family over that permitted for continued occupancy of such dwelling unit under section 8-72 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-13 - Income sources

Current through July 10, 2024
The income of all family members from all sources shall be counted toward the total family income for the purposes of determining eligibility for admission to and for continued occupancy in a moderate rental housing project. Projects operated pursuant to contracts with HUD, shall be subject to its regulations concerning income.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-14 - Rent determination

Current through July 10, 2024
Rents shall be based upon a percentage of family income.
(a) In projects where a federal subsidy is available, the percentage of family income used to establish the rental will be determined by the federal agency (HUD).
(b) In projects where no federal subsidy exists, a base rental shall be established and the lessee will pay:
(1) A base rent established by using a percentage of the HUD very low income limits for each geographical area in the state as published from time to time in the federal register for federal low income housing. The percentage will be recommended by the developer and approved by the commissioner of the department of housing.
(2) Or, a percentage of the adjusted net family income up to the established continued limits not to exceed a percentage as established by the developer and the commissioner of the department of housing, or the base rent as noted in item (1) whichever is greater.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-15 - Rent increase

Current through July 10, 2024
The following procedures shall be followed by all developers for any proposed rent increases: These regulations do not apply to rent increases based on circumstances such as family income or composition.
(a) A 30 day written notice mailed to all tenants that a change in the rent schedule will be considered by the developer, at its next meeting, (include the date and time of the meeting) and may result in a rent increase.
(b) Advise tenants that they may submit written comments to the developer within the 30 day period, and that they may review any documents supporting the proposed rent increase which will be on file at the office of the developer. Also, tenants may attend the meeting and make comments at that time.
(c) At the end of the 30 day period, the developer shall submit within 15 days to the commissioner, its recommended management plan plus all tenant comments.
(d) Within 30 days after receipt of the developer's recommendation the commissioner will approve, disapprove, or request modification of the rent increase or any portion thereof.
(e) If the rent increase is approved by the commissioner, the developer must then give the tenants at least 30 days written notice prior to the effective date of the rent increase.
Connecticut Administrative Code › Title 8 - Zoning, Planning, Housing, Economic and Community Development › 79a - Moderate Rental Housing Program › Article I - Development & Management › Section 8-79a-16 - Continued occupancy, income verification

Current through July 10, 2024
(a) In the case of federally assisted projects, federal rules will apply.
(b)
Period covered for verification of income:
For the purpose of determining eligibility for continued occupancy, the annual income verification period shall be the calendar year January 1 to December 31.
(c) Full calendar year occupancy must be completed and duly signed by each lessee who has been in continuous occupancy during the full calendar year covered.
(d)
Form of application
: The application for continued occupancy shall be substantially in the form prescribed by the commissioner of housing and shall have imprinted thereon the following:
(1) Penalty for false statement of any person who makes a false statement concerning the income of the family for which application for admission to or continued occupancy of housing projects is made may be fined not more than five hundred dollars or imprisoned not more than six months or both. (chapter 128, section 8-72 of the Connecticut General Statutes).
(2) The following language shall be contained in an application for continued occupancy: "The statements made by me in this application for continued occupancy are true to the best of my knowledge, for the purpose of verifying income at the time of signing this application. I have no objection to inquiries by the developer concerning my qualification for the purpose of income verification only. I agree to notify the developer immediately of any change in the statements or information required."