Sterling, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 255 (2026) § 255-12
Severability (Sterling Rental Property Art. I Multiple-Dwelling Units)
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Each section, provision or requirement of this article shall be considered separable, and the invalidity of any portion of this article shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other portion.
Section 255-12 of Sterling, Connecticut's Code of Ordinances establishes a severability rule for the rental housing article, meaning that if any individual section or requirement within the article is found to be legally invalid, the rest of the article remains in full force. This is a standard legal construction clause rather than a substantive rule about landlord or tenant conduct. Its effect is to preserve the integrity of the broader regulatory framework even if one part is successfully challenged in court.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Sterling Code ch. 255 § 255-12, the severability clause means that a successful legal challenge to one provision of the article does not automatically void the other requirements that apply to rental property operators. Compliant operators generally continue to follow all remaining provisions of the article regardless of any litigation targeting a specific section. Staying informed about which provisions remain in effect is a routine part of managing rental property in Sterling.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 255-12 of Sterling's rental housing ordinance protects tenants indirectly by ensuring that the invalidation of one rule does not strip away the protections provided by other sections of the article. If a landlord challenges a specific provision in court and succeeds, tenants may still rely on the remaining enforceable sections of ch. 255. Tenant-rights organizations can help clarify which provisions remain in effect and what options exist for raising a violation under the article.
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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