Buffalo, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 265 § 265-13
Severability (Buffalo Property Managers Ordinance)
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The provisions of this chapter are severable. If any court of competent jurisdiction decides that any section, clause, sentence, part, or provision of this chapter is illegal, invalid, or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect, impair, or invalidate any of the remaining sections, clauses, sentences, parts, or provisions of the chapter.
Section 265-13 of Buffalo's Code of Ordinances Chapter 265 is a standard severability clause, meaning the chapter is designed to remain functional even if a court strikes down part of it. If any individual section, clause, sentence, or provision is found illegal, invalid, or unconstitutional by a court, only that specific portion is affected. The rest of the chapter continues in full force as if the invalidated portion had never been included.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 265-13, property owners and managers operating under Chapter 265 can generally rely on the chapter's remaining requirements and protections even if a particular provision is successfully challenged in court. A compliant operator continues to follow all other sections of the chapter unless and until a court specifically invalidates those sections as well. Staying informed about any court decisions affecting Chapter 265 is a common practice among diligent property managers.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 265-13 means that tenant protections established elsewhere in Chapter 265 are not automatically wiped out if one part of the chapter is struck down by a court. Rights and remedies under the remaining provisions of the chapter generally stay intact following any such ruling. Tenants who have questions about how a court decision might affect their specific protections under Chapter 265 may find it helpful to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office.
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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