Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 54 § 54-18
Severability
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In the event that any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this chapter is held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, the invalid or unconstitutional portions of this chapter shall be deemed severable from the chapter and shall in no way affect, impair, or invalidate any of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this chapter.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 54 § 54-18 establishes a severability rule for Chapter 54, meaning that if any individual part of the chapter is struck down by a court as invalid or unconstitutional, only that specific portion is removed. The rest of the chapter continues in full force and effect, unaffected by the invalidated portion. This is a standard legal mechanism designed to preserve as much of the ordinance as possible when any one piece is successfully challenged.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 54 § 54-18, property owners and managers can generally rely on the remaining provisions of Chapter 54 remaining enforceable even if a court invalidates one section. Compliant operators typically continue following all other requirements of the chapter regardless of any legal challenge to a specific provision. Staying informed about any court rulings affecting Chapter 54 helps operators understand which, if any, specific obligations may have been altered.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 54 § 54-18 means that tenant protections established elsewhere in Chapter 54 generally remain intact even if a court invalidates one part of the chapter. Tenants can generally continue to rely on the unaffected provisions when raising concerns or seeking remedies under the ordinance. Tenant-rights organizations can help clarify which portions of Chapter 54 remain in effect if any legal challenges arise.
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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