(a) The provisions of sections 52-503f to 52-503r , inclusive, apply to partition actions filed on or after October 1, 2015.
(b) In an action to partition real property under section 45a-326 or 52-495 , as applicable, the court shall determine whether the property is heirs' property. If the court determines that the property is heirs' property, the property shall be partitioned under sections 52-503f to 52-503r , inclusive, unless all of the cotenants otherwise agree in a record.
(c) The provisions of sections 52-503f to 52-503r , inclusive, supplement the provisions of this chapter, and, if an action is governed by sections 52-503f to 52-503r , inclusive, replace provisions of this chapter that are inconsistent with the provisions of sections 52-503f to 52-503r , inclusive.