Branford, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 40 (2026) § 40-10
Severability; effective date (Branford Fair Rent Commission)
Operative Text
The invalidity of any word, clause, section or provision of this chapter shall not affect the validity of any other part which can be given effect without such invalid part or parts. This chapter shall take effect upon passage and publication in accordance with the Branford Charter.
Section 40-10 of Branford's Code of Ordinances Chapter 40 contains two standard legal housekeeping rules. First, a severability clause provides that if any individual word, clause, section, or provision of the chapter is found to be invalid, the remainder of the chapter continues in full force. Second, the chapter became effective upon its passage and publication as required by the Branford Charter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 40-10, the ordinance as a whole remains operative even if a court or authority invalidates a specific piece of it. Property owners and managers subject to Chapter 40 can generally rely on the rest of the chapter's requirements remaining in effect regardless of any legal challenge to an isolated provision. Staying current with any amendments or judicial decisions affecting Chapter 40 is a standard part of compliance practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 40-10 means that a successful legal challenge to one part of Chapter 40 does not automatically nullify the tenant protections found elsewhere in the chapter. Tenants who believe a specific provision has been invalidated should be aware that other sections of the ordinance may still apply and provide avenues for relief. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Branford's local ordinances can help clarify which parts of Chapter 40 remain in effect.
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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