Tenant Privacy Rights Connecticut

Summary

In Connecticut, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering a rental unit, except in emergencies. Tenants can use non-damaging locks to maintain privacy. If a landlord attempts entry with insufficient notice, tenants can refuse entry and should consider discussing the situation with legal aid for further guidance.

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in ct. can a property manager enter aptwithunder 24hr notice without emergancy?
In Connecticut, a landlord or property manager generally must provide at least * hours' notice before entering a rental unit, unless there is an emergency. The entry should be during reasonable hours. Always check your lease agreement for specific terms. Is there a specific situation you're facing?
yes,manager wants to inspect with * hrs notice. i want to refuse but he may call police the 48a-* is ambigiuos so how doyouhandle manager literally turning key?
In Connecticut, landlords generally must give at least * hours' notice before entering, except in emergencies. If your manager insists on entering with only * hours' notice, calmly explain the law to them. If they still try to enter, consider contacting local authorities or legal aid for assistance.
soi can use indoor lock and refuseif its a non damaging hotellock? then saynobehind door?
In Connecticut, you can use an indoor lock to maintain your privacy, as long as it doesn't cause damage to the property. If the manager attempts to enter without proper notice, you can refuse entry from behind the door. Consider discussing this issue with a legal aid organization for further guidance.