Rental registration in Bridgeport, CT

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Covered Bridgeport apartments need turnover occupancy approval

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Verified on 2026-08-25.

Bridgeport requires a Certificate of Apartment Occupancy before a new occupant moves into a vacant apartment in a building with three or more apartments, subject to the City's stated small-building and owner-occupancy exclusions.

The City says a pending application may permit occupancy while the decision is outstanding. Confirm the current certificate and inspection status for the unit.

Unit counts: 3+ units
Owner-occupied exemption: Yes

Sources

City of Bridgeport — Apartment Occupancy — Bridgeport Code § 15.12.250

Every rule for Bridgeport, CT