Who is required to obtain a Residential License?

Two (2) and three (3) family non-owner occupied are required to obtain a Residential License Program.

Four (4) and more units are required to obtain a Residential License Program.

What properties are exempt?

The following residential dwelling units are exempt from the license requirement:

One Single family dwelling units are exempt.

Dwelling units owned by the Housing Authority of New Haven (HANH)

Properties where ALL tenants are Section 8 participants with the Housing Authority of New Haven are also exempt.

Motels

Hotels

Rooming houses

Condominiums and temporary housing as defined in the Ordinances

Owner occupied two (2) and three (3) family houses

Co-Ops

Mixed-used Properties with one (1) dwelling unit

ACCEPTED PROOF OF EXEMPTIONS

Copy of State issued ID (Driver's License or Non-Driver's ID from DMV) OR New Haven Resident ID card AND copies of two(2) pieces of mail (such as utility bills).

Contact Name: Marta Quirama

Contact Email: mpabon@newhavenct.net

Contact Phone: (203) 946-2966