Ellenville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 142 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 142-4
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A. The provisions of this chapter shall supersede local laws, ordinances, codes or regulations to the extent that such laws, ordinances, codes or regulations are inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter, provided that nothing herein contained shall be construed to prevent the adoption and enforcement of a law, ordinance or regulation which is more restrictive or establishes a higher standard than those provided in this chapter, and such more restrictive requirement or higher standard shall govern during the period in which it is in effect. B. In a case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of a zoning, building, electrical, plumbing, fire, safety, health, water supply or sewage disposal law or ordinance, or regulation adopted pursuant thereto, or other local law, ordinance, code or regulation, the provision or requirement which is the more restrictive or which establishes the higher standard shall prevail.
Section 142-4 of Ellenville's Code of Ordinances establishes a hierarchy for resolving conflicts between Chapter 142 and other local rules. Where another local law, ordinance, or regulation is less restrictive than Chapter 142, Chapter 142 controls; however, where another rule is more restrictive or sets a higher standard—whether in zoning, building, fire, health, or related codes—that stricter rule takes precedence. This 'higher standard prevails' principle applies across a broad range of regulatory areas, including plumbing, electrical, water supply, and sewage disposal.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Ellenville's Chapter 142 should be aware that § 142-4 means compliance with Chapter 142 alone may not be sufficient if another applicable local code imposes stricter requirements. Compliant operators generally review all overlapping local regulations—such as zoning, building, fire, and health codes—to identify whichever standard is most demanding, and then meet that higher bar. Keeping current with any amendments to those overlapping codes is a routine part of maintaining compliance under this framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 142-4 means that tenants in Ellenville may benefit from protections drawn from multiple layers of local regulation, not just Chapter 142 itself. If a zoning, building, health, or safety ordinance provides stronger protections than Chapter 142, that stricter standard is the one that applies. Tenants who believe a landlord is failing to meet the applicable standard can explore options such as contacting the relevant local enforcement office, raising the violation in a housing proceeding, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Ellenville's overlapping local codes.
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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