Massena, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 152 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 152-8
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A. Amendment. The Village Board may, on its own initiative or on petition, amend, supplement or repeal the provisions of this chapter in conformity with applicable law after notice and hearing. B. Interpretation. In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this chapter shall be held to be minimum requirements, adopted for the promotion of the public health, morals, safety or the general welfare. Whenever the requirements of this chapter are at variance with the requirements of any other lawfully adopted rules, regulations ordinances, the most restrictive, or that imposing the highest standards, shall govern. C. Validity. The invalidity of any section or provision of this chapter shall not invalidate any other section or provision thereof. D. Short title. This chapter shall be known and cited as the "Village of Massena Fair Housing Law." E. Effective date. This chapter shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
Section 152-8 of Massena's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 152, establishes several administrative and legal housekeeping rules for the Village of Massena Fair Housing Law. It allows the Village Board to amend or repeal the chapter through a formal notice-and-hearing process, requires that the chapter's standards be treated as minimums (with the stricter rule prevailing whenever conflicts arise with other regulations), and ensures that if any single part of the chapter is found invalid, the rest remains in force. The chapter takes effect immediately upon adoption and is formally titled the 'Village of Massena Fair Housing Law.'
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Massena should be aware that under § 152-8, the requirements set out in Chapter 152 function as a floor, not a ceiling — meaning that if any other applicable rule imposes a higher standard, that higher standard controls. Compliant operators generally monitor for any amendments the Village Board may adopt through its notice-and-hearing process, since changes can affect ongoing obligations. Staying current with both local and any overlapping regulations helps ensure that the most restrictive applicable standard is being met.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 152-8 establishes that the Village of Massena Fair Housing Law sets minimum protections, so tenants may benefit from whichever rule — local or otherwise — provides the strongest standard in a given situation. If a conflict arises between Chapter 152 and another regulation, the provision at § 152-8(B) directs that the more protective rule governs. Tenants who believe their fair housing rights have been affected can consult a tenant-rights organization or contact the Village of Massena to understand how the chapter's protections apply and whether any recent amendments under § 152-8(A) are relevant.
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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