Property Management
A Connecticut landlord who retaliates against a tenant for joining a tenant's union by refusing to renew their lease is:
APermitted as it is a business decision
BEngaging in illegal retaliatory conduct under CGS § 47a-20✓ Correct
CAllowed if the lease is month-to-month
DOnly prohibited if the tenant can prove intent
Explanation
CGS § 47a-20 prohibits landlords from retaliating against tenants for organizing or joining a tenant's union, filing a housing code complaint, or exercising other protected legal rights.
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