Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 137-15
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A. The provisions of this chapter shall supersede local laws, ordinances, codes or regulations to the extent that such laws, ordinances, codes or regulations are inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter, provided that nothing herein contained shall be construed to prevent the adoption and enforcement of a law, ordinance or regulation which is more restrictive or establishes a higher standard than those provided in this chapter, and such more restrictive requirement or higher standard shall govern during the period in which it is in effect. B. In a case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of a zoning, building, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, health, water supply or sewage disposal law or ordinance, or a regulation adopted pursuant thereto, or other local law, ordinance, code or regulation, the provision or requirement which is more restrictive or which establishes a higher standard shall prevail.
Richmond, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 § 137-15 establishes a hierarchy for resolving conflicts between this chapter and other local laws or regulations. Where another rule is less restrictive than this chapter, this chapter takes precedence; where another rule is more restrictive or sets a higher standard, that stricter rule governs instead. This applies across a broad range of regulatory areas, including zoning, building, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, health, water supply, and sewage disposal.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 137-15, property owners and managers operating in Richmond, N.Y. must identify which applicable rule—whether this chapter or another local ordinance or code—sets the higher or more restrictive standard, because that stricter requirement is the one that controls. Compliant operators generally review all overlapping local regulations (such as zoning, building, and fire safety codes) alongside ch. 137 to determine which imposes the greater obligation. Keeping documentation of that analysis can help demonstrate that operations meet the applicable standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 137-15 of Richmond's ch. 137 means that tenants may benefit from whichever local rule—this chapter or another ordinance or code—provides the stronger protection or higher standard. If a housing condition appears to violate either this chapter or a related local code, tenants can look to whichever provision is more protective as the governing requirement. Tenant-rights organizations can help identify which standard applies in a given regulatory overlap and what complaint or enforcement paths may be available.
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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