Waterford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 15.08 § 15.08.050
Conflicting provisions
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In any case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of any zoning, building, fire safety or health ordinance or code of the town existing on October 17, 1977, the provision which establishes the higher standard for the promotion and protection of the health and safety of the people shall prevail. In any case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of any other ordinance or code of the town existing on October 17, 1977, which establishes a lower standard for the promotion and protection of the health and safety of the people, the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed to prevail, and such other ordinances or codes are declared to be repealed to the extent that they may be found in conflict with this chapter.
Waterford Code of Ordinances ch. 15.08 § 15.08.050 establishes a conflict-resolution rule for situations where this chapter's requirements clash with other local ordinances or codes that existed as of October 17, 1977. When a conflict arises with zoning, building, fire safety, or health codes, whichever standard offers greater protection for public health and safety takes precedence. When this chapter conflicts with any other local ordinance that sets a lower standard, this chapter automatically wins out, and the conflicting portions of those older ordinances are effectively repealed.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Waterford Code of Ordinances ch. 15.08 § 15.08.050, compliant property operators generally identify which applicable standard — whether from this chapter or a competing local ordinance — sets the higher bar for health and safety, and then meet that higher standard. When this chapter's requirements exceed those of an older zoning, building, fire, or health code, operators apply this chapter's rules. Staying current with which standard governs a given situation helps operators avoid inadvertently relying on a superseded or lower-standard provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Waterford Code of Ordinances ch. 15.08 § 15.08.050 means that tenants benefit from whichever local standard provides the strongest health and safety protections, since this chapter is designed to prevail over weaker competing ordinances. If a landlord attempts to justify a condition by pointing to an older, less protective local code, this provision may render that argument ineffective. Tenants who believe a property falls short of applicable standards can explore options such as contacting local housing or code enforcement authorities, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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