Fjk Associates v. Karkoski No. Spnh 9707-51408 (Oct. 10, 1997)

[EDITOR'S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.]MEMORANDUM OF DECISION I

This a summary process action based on nonpayment of rent and lapse of time in connection with a residential tenancy. The court finds the allegations of the complaint proven by a fair preponderance of the evidence. However, the defendant has pleaded two special defenses.

II CT Page 10323

The defendant's first special defense alleges: "The premises contain numerous housing code violations."

"In the absence of a statute or covenant to the contrary, the lessor does not have a duty to keep in repair…