Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 186 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 186-18
Severability
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If a term, part or provision, section, subdivision or paragraph of this article 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 186-18 of Croton-on-Hudson's Code of Ordinances ch. 186 is a standard severability clause, meaning that if any individual part of the article is found to be unconstitutional, invalid, or unenforceable by a court, that finding applies only to that specific portion. The rest of the article continues to operate as written, unaffected by the invalidation of any single component. This type of provision is common in local ordinances to preserve the overall regulatory framework even when one element is successfully challenged.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 186-18, property owners and managers can generally rely on the fact that the rent regulations in ch. 186 remain in force even if a court strikes down a particular section. Compliant operators typically continue to follow all other provisions of the article unless a court has specifically invalidated the portion they are relying upon. Staying informed about any legal challenges to the ordinance helps operators understand which, if any, specific provisions may be affected at a given time.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 186-18 means that tenants retain the protections provided by the other sections of ch. 186 even if one part of the article is ruled invalid. If a landlord argues that a court ruling on one provision eliminates tenant rights under a different provision, this severability clause generally supports the position that the remaining protections stand. Tenants who have questions about how a legal challenge to the ordinance may affect their rights can consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office for general information.
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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