Hempstead Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 78 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 78-5
Conflict with other laws
Operative Text
In any case where the provisions of this chapter impose a higher standard than set forth in any other local laws or ordinances or under the laws of the State of New York or any of its subdivisions, then the standards as set forth herein shall prevail, but if the provisions of this chapter impose a lower standard than any other local laws or ordinances or the laws of the State of New York or any of its subdivisions, then the higher standard contained in any such other ordinances or laws shall prevail.
Section 78-5 of Hempstead Village's Code of Ordinances establishes a 'highest standard prevails' rule for conflicts between Chapter 78 and other applicable laws. When Chapter 78 sets a stricter requirement than state or other local law, Chapter 78 controls; when another law sets a stricter requirement than Chapter 78, that other law controls instead. The practical effect is that the most protective standard always governs, regardless of which legal source it comes from.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 78-5, property owners and managers operating in Hempstead Village must identify and comply with whichever legal standard—whether from Chapter 78, other village ordinances, or New York State law—is the most stringent on any given point. Compliant operators generally audit their practices against multiple layers of law rather than assuming Chapter 78 alone defines their obligations. Staying current with changes to state and local law is part of maintaining compliance under this framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 78-5 means that tenants in Hempstead Village are entitled to the benefit of whichever applicable law offers the greatest protection, whether that is Chapter 78 or another local or state provision. If a landlord's practice appears to comply with one law but falls short of a stricter standard found elsewhere, the stricter standard still applies. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred can consult a tenant-rights organization or contact the relevant local or state agency to understand which standard governs their situation.
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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