Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 157-21
Severability
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If any clause, sentence, paragraph, section, article or part of this local law 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, article or part thereof directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment shall have been rendered.
Section 157-21 of Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 is a standard severability clause, meaning that if a court strikes down any individual part of the local law as invalid, the rest of the law remains in full force and effect. The ruling is confined only to the specific portion found to be invalid and does not unravel the broader ordinance. This type of provision is common in legislation to preserve as much of the law as possible after a legal challenge.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 157-21, property owners and managers can generally rely on the fact that a successful legal challenge to one part of ch. 157 does not automatically void the ordinance's other requirements. Compliant operators continue to follow all remaining provisions of the local law unless a court specifically rules otherwise on those sections. Staying informed about any court decisions affecting ch. 157 helps operators understand which, if any, obligations may be affected.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 157-21 means that even if a court invalidates one portion of Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157, the protections and rights established in other parts of the ordinance generally remain intact. Tenants who believe their rights under ch. 157 have been violated can still look to the unaffected provisions as a basis for raising concerns or filing a complaint. Consulting a tenant-rights organization can help clarify which parts of the ordinance remain in effect following any court ruling.
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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