Larchmont, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 215 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 215-3
Greater restrictions
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In any case where the provisions of this chapter impose a higher standard than set forth in any other law, code or ordinance of the Village of Larchmont or under the laws of the State of New York, then the standards as set forth herein shall prevail, but if the provisions of this chapter impose a lower standard than any other law, code or ordinance of the Village of Larchmont or of the laws of the State of New York, then the higher standard contained in any such other code, ordinance or law shall prevail.
Section 215-3 of Larchmont's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 215, establishes a 'greater restrictions' rule: whichever standard is more protective or demanding—whether it comes from this chapter or from another Village or New York State law—automatically applies. This means the chapter does not create a ceiling that overrides stricter outside rules, nor does it displace its own stricter requirements when other laws are more lenient. The net effect is that the highest applicable standard always governs.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 215-3, operators in Larchmont must identify all overlapping local and state requirements and apply whichever sets the highest standard. A compliant property manager routinely reviews both Chapter 215 and any relevant New York State or Village ordinances to determine which imposes the more demanding obligation. Relying solely on the less restrictive of two applicable rules would not satisfy this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 215-3 means that tenants in Larchmont are protected by the most stringent standard available across all applicable laws—Chapter 215 cannot be used to justify a lower level of protection if another Village or state rule offers more. Tenants who believe a landlord is applying a less protective standard than what either Chapter 215 or New York State law requires may raise that discrepancy as a basis for a complaint or legal defense. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Larchmont and New York State housing law can help identify which standard applies in a given context.
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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