New Britain, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 13 § 13-24
Conflict with other ordinances
Operative Text
Except as provided in section 13-23 , in any case where a provision of this article is found to be in conflict with a provision of any zoning, building, fire, safety, or health ordinance or code of this municipality existing on the effective date of the code from which this article is derived, the provision which establishes the higher standard for the promotion and protection of the safety and health of the people shall prevail.
New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 1 § 13-24 establishes a conflict-resolution rule: when this article's requirements clash with those of another local ordinance—such as a zoning, building, fire, safety, or health code that was in effect when this article was adopted—the stricter of the two standards automatically governs. The underlying principle is that whichever rule better protects public safety and health takes precedence. Section 13-23 carves out a limited exception to this hierarchy.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 1 § 13-24 generally ensure compliance with whichever local standard—whether drawn from this article or from an applicable zoning, building, fire, safety, or health ordinance—sets the higher bar for safety and health. Compliant operators typically review all overlapping municipal codes to identify which requirement is more stringent and apply that one. Keeping records of which standard was applied and why can support a showing of good-faith compliance when multiple codes intersect.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under New Britain Code of Ordinances ch. 13, art. II, div. 1 § 13-24, tenants benefit from a rule that automatically elevates the more protective standard whenever this article conflicts with another local ordinance covering zoning, building, fire, safety, or health matters. If a housing condition appears to fall short of either this article or a related municipal code, tenants may consider contacting the relevant New Britain municipal enforcement office to inquire which standard applies and whether a violation exists. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New Britain's local codes can help clarify how this conflict-resolution rule may apply to a particular housing situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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