Property Management
A Connecticut apartment building owner wants to convert the building to condominiums. The existing tenants have rights under Connecticut law, including:
ANo rights; the owner can convert at any time
BA right of first refusal to purchase their units and protection under the Connecticut Condominium Act (CGS § 47-68a et seq.) regarding conversion timelines and relocation assistance✓ Correct
COnly the right to a 30-day notice before conversion
DThe right to block the conversion entirely
Explanation
Connecticut's Common Interest Ownership Act provides conversion protections including tenant notification requirements, rights of first refusal for tenants to purchase their units, and in some cases relocation assistance. Tenants cannot block a conversion but have significant procedural protections.
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