Horseheads, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 188 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 188-3
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This chapter supplements and/or incorporates the requirements contained in the State Building Code, the State Property Maintenance Code, and the State Multiple Residence Law . In the event of a conflict between the aforementioned codes and this chapter, the most restrictive requirements shall prevail to the extent permitted under applicable law. This chapter is intended to supplement rather than supersede existing state law.
Section 188-3 of Horseheads, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 188 establishes how the local rental housing chapter relates to state-level codes, including the State Building Code, the State Property Maintenance Code, and the State Multiple Residence Law. Rather than replacing those state standards, the local chapter adds to them. When a conflict arises between the local and state requirements, whichever standard is stricter applies, as long as that outcome is permitted under applicable law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 188-3, operators of rental properties in Horseheads must satisfy both the local chapter's requirements and the applicable state codes simultaneously. Because the stricter standard always controls in a conflict, compliance with state minimums alone may not be sufficient to meet local obligations. Property managers generally review both the local ordinance and the relevant state codes together to identify which set of requirements imposes the higher standard for any given condition.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 188-3 means that renters in Horseheads benefit from at least the protections found in state law, and potentially stronger protections where the local chapter is more demanding. If a housing condition appears to fall short of either the local ordinance or the state codes it incorporates, tenants may have multiple avenues to raise the issue, such as contacting local code enforcement or a tenant-rights organization familiar with New York housing law. Understanding that both local and state standards apply simultaneously can be relevant when identifying which authority to approach about a potential violation.
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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