Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 166-13
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The word "Board," when used in this chapter, shall be construed to mean the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Section 166-13 of Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 establishes a definitional shorthand: wherever the word 'Board' appears throughout Chapter 166, it refers specifically to the Zoning Board of Appeals. This is a purely interpretive rule that ensures consistent reading of the chapter's provisions. It does not create new rights or obligations on its own, but shapes how all other sections of the chapter are understood.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 § 166-13 should be aware that any reference to the 'Board' throughout Chapter 166 means the Zoning Board of Appeals. Compliant operators typically direct appeals, variance requests, and related procedural matters to that body when Chapter 166 calls for Board involvement. Understanding this definitional provision helps ensure that applications and filings are submitted to the correct authority.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 § 166-13, tenants reading Chapter 166 can understand that any mention of the 'Board' refers to the Zoning Board of Appeals. This matters when a tenant is reviewing rights or procedures that involve Board action, such as appeals or hearings described elsewhere in the chapter. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Johnson City's zoning code can help explain how the Zoning Board of Appeals fits into any process that may affect a tenant's housing 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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