Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 264 § 264-12
Severability (Buffalo Rental Dwelling Unit Registration Ordinance)
Operative Text
If a term, part, provision, section, subdivision, or paragraph of this chapter shall be held unconstitutional, invalid or ineffective, in whole or in part, such determination shall not be deemed to affect, impair, or invalidate the remaining terms, parts, provisions, sections, subdivisions, and paragraphs.
Section 264-12 of Buffalo's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 264, is a standard severability clause. It establishes that if any individual part of the chapter—whether a term, section, or paragraph—is found to be unconstitutional or legally invalid, that finding applies only to that specific part. The rest of the chapter continues to operate with full legal effect, as though the invalidated portion had never been included.
Plain English — not legal advice.
As a property owner or manager subject to Chapter 264, the severability rule in § 264-12 means that a successful legal challenge to one provision of the chapter does not automatically void the obligations created by other provisions. Compliant operators generally continue to follow all remaining requirements of the chapter even if a particular section is struck down. Staying informed about any court rulings affecting Chapter 264 helps ensure ongoing compliance with the portions that remain in force.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 264-12 protects tenants by ensuring that the rights and protections established elsewhere in Chapter 264 remain intact even if a court invalidates one part of the chapter. If a landlord argues that a ruling against one provision undermines the entire chapter, this severability clause is a relevant counterpoint. Tenants who have questions about how a specific court ruling might affect their protections under Chapter 264 may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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