Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 72-16
Severability
Operative Text
If any clause, sentence, paragraph, section or part of this article shall be adjudged by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgment shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder thereof but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph, section or part thereof directly involved in said judgment.
Section 72-16 of Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 72 is a standard severability clause, meaning that if a court strikes down any individual part of the article as legally invalid, the rest of the article remains in full force and effect. The ruling is confined only to the specific portion found to be invalid. This prevents a single flawed provision from toppling the entire regulatory framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
As a property owner or manager subject to ch. 72, § 72-16 provides assurance that a successful legal challenge to one part of the article does not automatically void the obligations established by other sections. Compliant operators generally continue to follow all remaining provisions of the article even if a particular clause is struck down by a court. Staying current with any court rulings affecting ch. 72 helps ensure ongoing compliance with the portions that remain valid.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 72-16 of ch. 72 means that tenants retain the protections offered by the rest of the article even if a court invalidates one specific clause or section. Rights and remedies established under other parts of the article are not automatically eliminated by a ruling targeting a separate provision. Tenants who have questions about how a court decision may affect their specific protections can consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office 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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