Abington, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 35 § 35-8
Effect on other regulations (Abington Condominium Conversions)
Operative Text
This Bylaw shall not interfere with or annul any Bylaw, rule, regulation or permit, provided that, unless specifically exempted, where this Bylaw is more stringent, it shall control.
Section 35-8 of Abington's Code of Bylaws establishes a hierarchy among overlapping regulations: this Bylaw coexists with other bylaws, rules, regulations, and permits rather than automatically overriding them. However, when this Bylaw imposes a stricter standard than another applicable rule, the stricter standard in this Bylaw governs—unless a specific exemption applies. The provision is designed to prevent conflicts from weakening the Bylaw's requirements while still preserving the validity of other regulatory frameworks.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under CH. 35 § 35-8, property owners and managers operating in Abington should be aware that compliance with other local rules, permits, or regulations does not automatically satisfy this Bylaw's requirements. Where this Bylaw sets a higher or more restrictive standard than another applicable rule, the more stringent requirement controls. Operators generally review all applicable regulations side by side to identify which standard is strictest and ensure their practices meet that bar.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
CH. 35 § 35-8 means that tenants in Abington may be protected by the stricter of two potentially overlapping rules when this Bylaw and another regulation both apply to a situation. If a landlord claims compliance with a separate rule or permit as justification for an action, this provision indicates that the more stringent standard under this Bylaw still applies unless a specific exemption exists. Tenants who believe a landlord is relying on a less protective rule to avoid this Bylaw's requirements may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or local housing authority for guidance on how the hierarchy of regulations applies.
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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