Sweden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 134 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 134-16
Effect on existing permits, conditions and other laws
Operative Text
All rules, regulations and ordinances of this Town inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed as of the date this chapter takes effect, except that this chapter does not repeal, abrogate or impair conditions legally now existing or permits previously issued, but whenever this chapter imposes greater restrictions than required by existing provisions of law, the provisions hereof shall control insofar as the same is legally permissible.
Sweden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 134 § 134-16 establishes how this chapter of the town code interacts with prior rules and existing legal arrangements. Any town rules or ordinances that conflict with this chapter are repealed when the chapter takes effect, but previously issued permits and legally established conditions remain intact. Where this chapter imposes stricter requirements than older provisions, the stricter standards of this chapter govern, to the extent permitted by law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Sweden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 134 § 134-16, property owners and managers who hold permits issued before this chapter took effect can generally rely on those permits remaining valid. However, where this chapter sets higher standards than prior rules, compliant operators align their practices with those stricter requirements. Reviewing any existing permits or conditions against the current chapter's standards is a common step taken by diligent property managers in this jurisdiction.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Sweden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 134 § 134-16 clarifies which set of rules applies when older and newer provisions conflict, which can be relevant to tenants evaluating housing conditions or permit-related disputes. Because this chapter's stricter requirements take precedence over older, less restrictive rules, tenants may find it useful to understand which standards currently govern their housing situation. Tenant-rights organizations and local municipal offices can help residents understand how this provision interacts with other applicable rules.
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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