Amherst, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 44 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 44-19
Remedies not exclusive
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The provisions of this Chapter are not exclusive and are in addition to and do not supersede or preempt other remedies or provisions of the town, state, or federal laws and housing codes as may apply.
Section 44-19 of Amherst's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 44, establishes that the remedies and requirements set out in this chapter exist alongside — not instead of — any other applicable town, state, or federal laws and housing codes. No remedy or protection available under other legal frameworks is eliminated or overridden by this chapter. The provision functions as a savings clause, preserving the full range of legal options that might otherwise apply to a given housing situation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 44-19, compliance with Chapter 44 alone does not necessarily satisfy all legal obligations a property owner may have. Operators who manage rental housing in Amherst generally account for overlapping requirements from town ordinances, New York State housing law, and applicable federal regulations simultaneously. Treating Chapter 44 as one layer within a broader compliance framework reflects the additive structure this section establishes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 44-19 makes clear that the protections in Chapter 44 do not replace or limit rights that may exist under other town, state, or federal housing laws. Tenants may have access to multiple overlapping legal frameworks when addressing a housing concern, including state housing codes and federal protections. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help identify which additional remedies may be available alongside those provided by Chapter 44.
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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