Amherst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 44 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 44-17
Severability
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If a term, part or provision, section, subdivision or paragraph of this Chapter shall be held unconstitutional, invalid or ineffective, in whole or in part, such determination shall not be deemed to affect, impair or invalidate the remaining terms, parts, provisions, sections, subdivisions and paragraphs.
Section 44-17 of Amherst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 44 is a severability clause, which means that if any individual part of the chapter is found to be unconstitutional, invalid, or unenforceable by a court, that finding applies only to that specific part. The rest of the chapter continues to operate as written, unaffected by the invalidation of any single piece. This is a standard legal mechanism designed to preserve as much of the regulation as possible even when one component fails legal scrutiny.
Plain English — not legal advice.
As a property owner or manager subject to Chapter 44, Section 44-17 provides structural assurance that a successful legal challenge to one provision of the chapter does not automatically nullify the obligations or protections found elsewhere in it. Compliant operators generally continue to follow all other requirements of Chapter 44 even if a specific section is struck down. Staying informed about any court rulings affecting Chapter 44 helps operators understand which specific provisions remain in effect.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 44-17 means that tenants retain the protections afforded by the unaffected portions of Chapter 44 even if a court invalidates one particular section of it. If a landlord argues that a ruling against one part of the chapter eliminates other tenant protections, this severability provision directly addresses that argument. Tenants who have questions about how a specific court ruling affects their rights under Chapter 44 may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service for general guidance.
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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