Sea Cliff, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 78 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 78-4
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For the purposes of this chapter, the terms used and the usage of words shall be the same as in the Zoning Law of the Incorporated Village of Sea Cliff. Other terms herein are defined and listed in § 78-12 .
Section 78-4 of Sea Cliff's Code of Ordinances (Chapter 78) establishes how terminology is to be interpreted throughout the chapter: words and terms carry the same meanings as those defined in the Zoning Law of the Incorporated Village of Sea Cliff, unless a term is specifically defined elsewhere in the chapter. Any additional terms particular to this chapter are defined in § 78-12. This provision ensures consistent interpretation of language across the regulatory framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 78-4, property owners and managers operating in Sea Cliff should be aware that the definitions governing Chapter 78 are drawn directly from the Village's Zoning Law, with supplemental definitions found in § 78-12. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with both sources to ensure they are applying terms correctly when interpreting their obligations under this chapter. Consulting the Zoning Law of the Incorporated Village of Sea Cliff alongside § 78-12 is a standard part of understanding how this chapter's requirements apply.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 78-4 establishes that the language used throughout Chapter 78 is defined by reference to the Sea Cliff Zoning Law, with additional definitions located in § 78-12. Tenants who encounter unfamiliar terms in this chapter can look to those two sources for clarification on what specific words mean in context. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Sea Cliff's local code can also help explain how defined terms affect rights and protections under this chapter.
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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