Wallkill, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 140 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 140-5
Conflicts with other legislation
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Where a provision of this chapter as now enacted or as hereafter amended is found to be in conflict with the provision of any other statute, local law, ordinance, code or regulation, the provision or requirement which is the more restrictive or which establishes the higher standard shall prevail.
Section 140-5 of Wallkill's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 140, establishes a conflict-resolution rule: when this chapter's requirements clash with those of another law, ordinance, or regulation, whichever provision is stricter or sets the higher standard takes precedence. This means the chapter does not automatically override other applicable rules, nor is it automatically overridden by them. Instead, the outcome of any conflict depends on which rule demands more.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to Chapter 140 should be aware that § 140-5 requires compliance with whichever overlapping rule is more demanding, whether that rule comes from this chapter or from another statute, local law, or regulation. In practice, a compliant operator identifies all applicable requirements and applies the strictest standard across each area of operation. Tracking both local and state-level rules that may intersect with Chapter 140 is a routine part of maintaining compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 140-5 means that tenants may benefit from the stricter of two overlapping rules when Chapter 140 and another law cover the same subject matter. If a landlord claims that a less demanding rule overrides Chapter 140's protections, this provision establishes that the higher standard governs instead. Tenants who believe a conflict between rules is being misapplied can consult a tenant-rights organization or seek guidance from a local housing authority to understand which standard applies.
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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