Syracuse, N.Y., Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27 § 27-7
Partial invalidity
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If an article, part, provision, section, subsection or paragraph or term of this Code shall be held unconstitutional, invalid or ineffective, in whole or in part, such determination shall not be deemed to invalidate the remaining article, parts, provisions, sections, subsections, paragraphs or terms.
Section 27-7 of Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. I is a severability clause, meaning that if any individual part of the housing code is found to be unconstitutional or legally invalid, that finding applies only to that specific part. The rest of the code continues in full force and effect, unaffected by the invalidation of any single element. This type of provision is a standard legal mechanism used to preserve the integrity of a regulatory framework as a whole.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. I § 27-7, the housing code is designed to remain operative even if a court or authority strikes down one of its components. Compliant operators generally continue to follow all other applicable provisions of the code regardless of any legal challenge to a specific section. Staying informed about which provisions remain in effect is a routine part of responsible property management in Syracuse.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 27-7 of Syracuse Rev. Gen. Ord. ch. 27, art. I means that tenants retain protections under the broader housing code even if a particular provision within it is successfully challenged or invalidated. Rights and remedies available under other sections of the code are not automatically affected by a ruling against any single part. Tenants who have questions about which protections currently apply may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid resource familiar with Syracuse housing law.
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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