Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-6
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A. The provisions of Parts 1 and 2 of this chapter shall supersede local laws, codes or regulations to the extent that such laws, codes or regulations are inconsistent with the provisions of Parts 1 and 2; provided that nothing herein contained shall be construed to prevent the adoption and enforcement of a law, code or regulation which is more restrictive or establishes a higher standard than those provided in Parts 1 and 2 of this chapter, and such more restrictive requirement or higher standard shall govern during the period in which it is in effect. B. Where a provision of Parts 1 and 2 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 law, code or regulation, the provision or requirement which is the more restrictive or which establishes the higher standard shall prevail.
Section 245-6 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances establishes a hierarchy for resolving conflicts between the rent-related rules in Chapter 245 (Parts 1 and 2) and other local laws or codes. When a conflict arises, the more restrictive rule or the one setting the higher standard takes precedence—whether that is Chapter 245 or the competing regulation. This applies across a broad range of regulatory areas, including zoning, building, plumbing, fire safety, health, and sewage disposal codes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Chapter 245 § 245-6 should be aware that compliance with Chapter 245 does not automatically satisfy every other applicable local code. Where a zoning, building, fire, or health regulation imposes a stricter requirement than Parts 1 and 2 of Chapter 245, that stricter standard governs. Compliant operators generally audit their properties against all overlapping local codes to identify which standard is highest and ensure their practices meet that bar.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-6 means that tenants may benefit from whichever rule—Chapter 245 or another applicable local code—provides the greater protection or sets the higher standard. If a housing condition appears to violate a building, health, or safety code that is stricter than Chapter 245, that stricter code still applies and may be raised as a basis for a complaint or defense. Tenants who believe overlapping regulations are relevant to their situation may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or housing authority for general information about which standards apply.
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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