Rent Late Fee Calculator — Connecticut
The late fee is capped at the lesser of $50 or 5% of the monthly rent. A late fee may not be charged until the rent is more than 9 days late.
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Maximum lawful late fee
$50.00
The lesser of $50 or 5% of rent.
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Connecticut late fee rules
The late fee is capped at the lesser of $50 or 5% of the monthly rent. A late fee may not be charged until the rent is more than 9 days late.
Last verified June 12, 2026.
Connecticut late fee FAQ
What is the maximum late fee a landlord can charge in Connecticut?+
The late fee is capped at the lesser of $50 or 5% of the monthly rent. A late fee may not be charged until the rent is more than 9 days late. (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-15a).
Is there a grace period for late rent in Connecticut?+
Yes — a late fee cannot be charged until the rent is more than 9 days late.
Can a late fee exceed the legal cap if the lease says so?+
No. A lease clause that sets a late fee above the state's legal limit is generally void and unenforceable, even if the tenant signed it.
Is this late fee calculator free?+
Yes — it's free and requires no signup.