Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 166-3
Conflict with other regulations
Operative Text
In any case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of any zoning, building, fire, safety or health ordinance or code of the Village existing on the effective date of the ordinance from which the provisions of this chapter are derived, the provision which establishes the higher standard for the promotion and protection of the health and safety of the people shall prevail; in any case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of any ordinance or code of the Village existing on the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived which establishes a lower standard for the promotion and protection of the health and safety of the people, the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed to prevail, and such other ordinances or codes are hereby declared to be repealed to the extent that they may be found in conflict with this chapter.
Section 166-3 of Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 establishes a hierarchy for resolving conflicts between this chapter and other local ordinances or codes, such as zoning, building, fire, safety, or health regulations. When a conflicting rule sets a higher standard for public health and safety, that higher standard takes precedence. When a conflicting rule sets a lower standard, the provisions of ch. 166 prevail, and the lower-standard rule is effectively repealed to the extent of the conflict.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Johnson City should be aware that § 166-3 means compliance with ch. 166 does not automatically satisfy every other applicable local code — whichever regulation imposes the stricter health and safety requirement governs. Compliant operators generally review all overlapping local ordinances to identify which standard is highest and apply that standard to their properties. Consulting with a code compliance professional familiar with Johnson City's regulatory framework can help clarify which rules apply in situations where multiple codes intersect.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 166-3 means that tenants in Johnson City benefit from the strongest applicable health and safety standard whenever ch. 166 overlaps with another local ordinance or code. If a housing condition appears to fall below the standard required by ch. 166 or any stricter overlapping regulation, tenants can document the issue and report it to the relevant local code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Johnson City's ordinances can help residents understand which standard applies to a given situation and what general enforcement paths are available.
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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