Oneida, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 53 § 53-8
Prevention of multiplicity of proceedings
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In order to prevent multiplicity of proceedings, the provisions of this chapter shall not be operative where there is pending or there has been a determination in any other proceeding or action authorized under laws or ordinances of another governmental body based upon the identical acts or acts prohibited under § 53-3 of this chapter.
Section 53-8 of Oneida's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 53, establishes a bar against duplicative enforcement proceedings. When another governmental body has already initiated or concluded a proceeding based on the same underlying conduct that would otherwise be prohibited under § 53-3, the local chapter's provisions do not apply. This rule is designed to prevent a property owner or other party from facing multiple simultaneous or successive actions for the same acts.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 53-8 of Oneida's Chapter 53, a compliant operator generally keeps records of any proceedings initiated by other governmental bodies that relate to conduct covered by § 53-3. If a separate governmental action is already pending or has been resolved based on the identical conduct, the local chapter's enforcement mechanisms are suspended. Operators familiar with this provision understand that the existence of a parallel proceeding can affect whether Oneida's local chapter is operative in a given situation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 53-8 of Oneida's Chapter 53 provides a procedural protection that limits duplicative enforcement actions arising from the same conduct addressed in § 53-3. If a tenant or other party is aware that another governmental body has already taken up or resolved a matter based on identical acts, that fact may be relevant to whether the local chapter's provisions apply. Tenants seeking to understand how this interplay affects their situation may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid resource familiar with Oneida's local ordinances.
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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