Princeville — Title 15 Ch. 15.24 Property Maintenance and Occupancy Code § 15.24.140
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A. If the provisions of this code impose a higher standard than as set forth in other ordinances of the Village, then the standard set forth here shall prevail. If the provisions of this code impose a lower standard than other ordinances of the Village, then the higher standard contained in such other ordinance shall prevail. If any section, division, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Chapter is declared invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portion of this Chapter, which shall remain in full force and effect, and to this end, the provisions of this Chapter are declared to be severable. B. Whenever words are used in this Chapter, they shall be construed to include the plurals of such words and/or if they are followed by the words "or any part thereof." The word "shall" shall be applied retroactively as well as prospectively.
Section 15.24.140 of Princeville's Property Maintenance and Occupancy Code establishes a hierarchy for resolving conflicts between this code and other Village ordinances: whichever standard is higher always controls. The provision also includes a severability clause, meaning that if any individual part of Chapter 15.24 is found legally invalid, the rest of the chapter continues in full force. Additionally, the section clarifies that words in the chapter apply in both singular and plural forms, and that mandatory language ('shall') applies both to past and future conduct.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15.24.140, property owners and managers operating in Princeville should be aware that compliance with this code does not automatically satisfy all Village obligations — if another local ordinance sets a stricter standard on the same subject, that stricter standard governs. Compliant operators generally review all applicable Village ordinances alongside Chapter 15.24 to ensure they are meeting the highest applicable requirement. The severability clause in § 15.24.140 also means that a legal challenge to one part of the code does not relieve operators of obligations under the remaining provisions.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 15.24.140 means that tenants in Princeville benefit from the most protective standard available, whether it comes from this code or another Village ordinance — the higher standard always applies. If a landlord claims compliance with one ordinance while a stricter rule exists elsewhere in Village law, § 15.24.140 makes clear that the stricter rule still governs. Tenants who believe a property maintenance standard is not being met may consider contacting the Village of Princeville directly or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand which standards apply to their situation.
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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