Landlord Rent Backbilling Dispute

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Verbal agreements can be legally binding in Connecticut, but proving terms without written documentation is challenging. Consult a local tenants rights attorney for guidance.

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my landlord is backbilling me for rent when i was told i did not need to pay for the months of the renovations
Hi Lisa,
To provide a comprehensive response, I need more details. Did you have a written or verbal agreement with your landlord regarding the rent waiver during renovations?
Connecticut laws require landlords to maintain habitable premises, and if they fail, tenants may have some rights such as rent abatement.
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Hi Lisa, in Connecticut:
- Verbal agreements can be legally binding.
- However, it can be challenging to prove the terms without written documentation.
- You may want to consult with a local tenant's rights attorney.