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HB 5437

AN ACT CONCERNING THE APPROVAL PROCESS FOR PROPOSED BUDGETS AND SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS IN COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES AND THE AVAILABILITY OF A LIST OF NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF UNIT OWNERS.

2026 Regular Session

Connecticut bill modifies HOA/condo budget approval procedures and requires disclosure of unit owner contact lists to strengthen resident participation in financial decisions.

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Bill Summary · HB 5437

Legislative bill overview

HB 5437 modifies Connecticut's common interest community (condo/HOA) laws to alter how proposed budgets and special assessments are approved by unit owners. The bill also requires that lists of unit owner names and addresses be made available, likely to facilitate communication and voting on financial matters.

Why is this important

Homeowners in common interest communities are directly affected by budget decisions and special assessments that impact their monthly fees and property values. Transparency in owner communication and clearer approval processes can influence whether residents have meaningful input into their communities' financial decisions. These changes could shift power dynamics between management and residents.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of approval thresholds: The bill may establish new voting requirements (simple majority vs. supermajority) that either empower or constrain resident voices depending on the specifics
  • Privacy concerns: Mandating owner name and address lists could expose residents to unwanted solicitation or targeting, though it may also enable legitimate organizing
  • Implementation costs: Requiring new approval processes and data compilation may increase administrative burdens on community managers, potentially raising operational costs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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