Framingham, Mass., Code of Bylaws ch 312 § 312-26
Severability of provisions (Framingham Lodging Houses)
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The invalidity of any provision of this chapter shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections of this chapter, if so declared by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Section 312-26 of Framingham's Code of Bylaws establishes a severability rule for Chapter 312: if a court of competent jurisdiction finds any single provision of the chapter to be invalid or unenforceable, that ruling does not automatically invalidate the rest of the chapter. The remaining sections continue to stand and operate independently. This is a standard legal safeguard designed to preserve as much of the regulation as possible in the event of a legal challenge.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Chapter 312 § 312-26 means that even if one part of the local rental regulations were struck down by a court, the bulk of the chapter's requirements would remain in effect. Compliant operators generally continue to follow all other provisions of Chapter 312 regardless of any legal challenge targeting a specific section. Staying current with the full scope of the chapter's obligations remains the standard practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 312-26 provides an important structural protection: a successful legal challenge to one part of Chapter 312 does not wipe out the protections offered by the rest of the chapter. Tenants can generally continue to rely on the other provisions of Chapter 312 even if a particular section is contested or invalidated. Those seeking to understand how this affects specific rights may find it useful to consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Framingham's local ordinances.
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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