Lake Grove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 136-3
Applicability; conflicting provisions
Operative Text
The provisions of this chapter shall supplement local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations enacted or promulgated prior or subsequent to the enactment of this chapter. Where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with any provisions of a local law, ordinance, rule or regulation, the provision or requirement which is the more restrictive or which establishes the higher standard shall prevail.
Lake Grove, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 136 § 136-3 establishes that the rules in Chapter 136 work alongside—rather than replace—other local laws, ordinances, and regulations, whether those were adopted before or after Chapter 136. When any provision of Chapter 136 conflicts with another local rule, whichever standard is stricter or more protective takes precedence. This 'higher standard prevails' principle means that the existence of one rule does not automatically excuse compliance with a more demanding overlapping rule.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 136 § 136-3, operators in Lake Grove generally review all applicable local laws and regulations alongside Chapter 136, because compliance with Chapter 136 alone may not be sufficient if another overlapping rule imposes a stricter requirement. A compliant operator identifies which standard is more restrictive whenever two rules appear to address the same subject matter and follows that higher standard. Keeping current with both pre-existing and newly enacted local ordinances 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 136-3 of Lake Grove's Code means that tenants may be protected by whichever local rule—Chapter 136 or any other applicable ordinance—sets the higher standard, so a landlord cannot point to a less demanding rule as a reason to avoid a stricter one. Tenants who believe a landlord is relying on a lower standard to avoid obligations may find it useful to identify all potentially applicable local regulations and raise the conflict under § 136-3. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Lake Grove's local code can help clarify which overlapping provisions may apply to a given situation.
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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