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A proposed bill providing residents the right to sleep and eat on public property was recently approved by the state’s Housing Committee. The bill, a response to a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling, is next up for General Assembly approval.
25 days ago
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Connecticut’s housing crisis could be eased with the creation of about 100,000 more affordable homes. But some rural towns say creating that housing is a challenge, pointing to limitations with sewer and water service.
about 1 month ago
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In an effort to address Connecticut’s housing crisis, Gov. Ned Lamont is proposing three new bills and calling for billions of dollars in his proposed budget to assist with the state’s housing needs.
about 1 month ago
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Housing advocates and landlords debated over calls to expand Connecticut’s “just cause” eviction law. Advocates want to see the law expanded to all tenants who live in a building with five or more units.
about 1 month ago
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A proposed state law would limit security deposits to one month’s rent, but is facing opposition. Current law allows landlords to require two months of rent as security deposit for renters younger than 62.
about 2 months ago
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Connecticut’s 211 program is experiencing an increase in demand. Requests for help with everything from emergency meals to utility assistance have risen 300% since 2019.
about 2 months ago
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In an effort to combat Connecticut’s housing crisis, state lawmakers and advocates are considering new ways to ensure communities contribute in a newly proposed bill.
about 2 months ago
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A zoning bill, called "Work Live Ride," aimed at incentivizing communities to create more affordable housing near transportation centers is once again facing opposition from residents and some local leaders.
2 months ago
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Connecticut has the most constrained housing market in the nation, meaning there’s high demand but limited supply. State lawmakers are considering new ways to have communities share the burden.
2 months ago
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Connecticut lawmakers and gun violence prevention groups are bolstering support after President Donald Trump shut down the White House’s Office of Gun Violence Prevention.
2 months ago
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Connecticut’s Operation Fuel received more than 400 requests for help within the first four hours of opening applications Monday, but hope to serve about 4,000 families as requests for assistance continue to rise.
2 months ago
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