Fonda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 49 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 49-9
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The provisions of this chapter shall be held to be minimum requirements adopted for the promotion of the public health, morals, safety or the general welfare. Whenever the requirements of this chapter are at variance with the requirements of any other lawfully adopted rules, regulations or ordinances, the most restrictive or that imposing the highest standards, shall govern.
Section 49-9 of Fonda, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 49 establishes that the rules in this chapter set a floor, not a ceiling, for housing standards. When this chapter's requirements conflict with those of another applicable rule, regulation, or ordinance, whichever standard is stricter or more demanding takes precedence. This means the chapter's protections can be supplemented by other laws but cannot be undercut by them.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 49-9, compliant operators in Fonda treat Chapter 49's standards as the baseline minimum and look to any overlapping local, state, or federal rules to determine which imposes the higher obligation. When two sets of requirements apply to the same situation, a diligent property manager follows the more stringent of the two. Keeping current with all applicable codes—not just Chapter 49—is a hallmark of responsible property operation in this jurisdiction.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 49-9 means that tenants in Fonda benefit from the strictest applicable standard whenever multiple rules overlap, because Chapter 49 explicitly yields to any more protective requirement. If a housing condition appears to fall short of either Chapter 49 or another applicable code, tenants can raise the more demanding standard when seeking a remedy. Tenant-rights organizations and local code enforcement offices can help identify which rules apply and what complaint or enforcement paths are available.
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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